Search results for: FHP
June 8, 2018 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Weekend Challenge: Upper Back Strength Booster
…e affect more than just your appearance. You see, kyphosis and its cousin, FHP, have tremendously far-reaching health effects that go beyond bone health. From internal organ function to arthritis to your ability to take a deep breath, whether or not the thoracic vertebrae are aligned can have a significant impact on your health. For more on the health effects of FHP, kyphosis, and poor posture, please read this article: Could This Simple Posture E…
September 17, 2019 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
How To Avoid And Eliminate Neck Pain
…ys that neck pain can indirectly impact bone health. Forward head posture (FHP) is a common cause of neck pain. It occurs when the head is held in a position where the neck vertebrae are not aligned but instead, the head is forward in front of the torso. This causes considerable strain on the muscles in and around the neck, which are attempting to support the head without the structural support of an aligned spine. This tension can cause pain and…
January 23, 2016 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Weekend Challenge: Back Straightener And Chest Expander
…osition is of paramount importance in posture. In forward head posture, or FHP, the scapulae begin to slide forward, causing the back edge (or “spine”) of the scapulae to jut outward. Unstable scapulae can cause a host of problems, from neck pain to reduced shoulder mobility. And a rounded upper back always has out-of-place scapulae as part of the equation. Today’s exercise positions the scapulae back where they belong by strengthening the muscles…
March 19, 2016 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Weekend Challenge: Cervical Curve Normalizer
…stage for arthritis. Also, when your head is poked forward and down, as in FHP, your upper and lower back have to compensate for the skewed curve (or rather lack of a curve) in your neck. This can, of course, cause pain and discomfort in both areas of the back, and contribute to hunched, rounded thoracic vertebrae, a decreased curve in the lumbar vertebrae, and rounded shoulders. Neck Exercises Improve Cervical Curve (Lordosis), Study Shows Resear…
July 1, 2016 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Weekend Challenge: Workday Posture Straightener
…he discs (that’s a little more than the weight of the average human head). FHP increases the pressure three times, resulting in 36 pounds of pressure on the discs. This sets the stage for disc degeneration, bulging discs, and inflammation. FHP causes the muscles at the base of the neck to strain and compress, which can give rise to headaches that radiate up the back of the head and into the forehead and eye area. The muscles may spasm, becoming ha…
August 19, 2016 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Weekend Challenge: Targeted Forward Head Posture Eliminator
…your comfort level. As you can see, this motion is in direct opposition to FHP, a common but detrimental posture error. There are all sorts of counteractive moves you can do to bring your head and neck into alignment, flatten your upper back, and correct FHP. You’ll find many such moves in the Densercise™ Epidensity Training System, the perfect companion to the Osteoporosis Reversal Program. Densercise™ addresses the entire skeletal system, includ…
December 22, 2017 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Weekend Challenge: Neck And Shoulder Pain Reliever
…ownward, as when looking at a phone or computer screen. To read more about FHP, click here: Could This Simple Posture Error Wreak Havoc On Your Bone Health? That’s not all. The state of your traps has a great deal to do with your sleeping position. That’s right – even the way you sleep can influence your back and shoulders and, ultimately, your posture. Many people sleep in positions that actually strain their muscles and stress their joints, caus…
December 29, 2017 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Weekend Challenge: Isometric Posture Corrector
…ate. But if your skeleton is misaligned, as in the case of poor posture or FHP, gravity pulls in all the wrong places, causing pain and inflammation instead. In other words, poor posture forces your bones and muscles to fight against gravity, whereas good posture makes use of gravity to promote skeletal alignment and strength. One of the keys to improving posture is to activate the postural muscles, which become weak and disengaged when you practi…
May 19, 2020 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
The Science Of Sitting: How To Improve Your Posture (And Your Mood!)
…ing in a slumped or unsupported position can lead to Forward Head Posture (FHP), a physical condition linked to an increased risk of fracture.2 The name of the condition makes it easy to envision. Sitting at a desk, craning toward a computer screen, can quickly lead to Forward Head Posture. Here are some of the associated health problems: Tension headaches Increased blood pressure Osteoarthritis Herniated discs Pinched nerves Vision problems (from…
September 15, 2017 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Weekend Challenge: Seated Posture Corrector
…-center posture that results from rounded shoulders, Forward Head Posture (FHP), and other postural errors. Let’s get started! Why: Reducing the risk of falls is an important factor in the Osteoporosis Reversal Program’s comprehensive approach to managing osteoporosis. In addition to strengthening the bones, avoiding falls is a key element in preventing fractures, which is the ultimate goal of reversing bone loss. However, “reducing the risk of fa…