Defying the Pains of Gravity
Using Proper Posture Technique
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Because we are subjected to daily tasks that require us to perform repetitive movements, use improper body mechanics leading to traumatic movements, and place ourselves in prolonged damaging postures, we must be aware of these factors and act accordingly. By understanding how an injury is caused, and by simply thinking about the positions we place ourselves in, we have the means to prevent discomfort by changing our daily habits. This book will help you understand the importance of posture and how to move in ways that will help prevent unwanted pain.
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Most people think that suffering through each day with neck, back, and other joint pain is just a fact of life. But it doesn’t have to be that way.
Author Jeff LaBianco, a doctor of physical therapy and certified strength and conditioning specialist, explains how simple tweaks in your posture can dramatically reduce pain caused by arthritis and other ailments. In this guidebook, you’ll learn how to
• change your positioning to optimize your health; • maintain good posture in the workplace; • choose shoes that are comfortable; and • design exercise protocols that promote good posture.The suggested exercises are easy to do and can be incorporated into your daily routine. By focusing on postural awareness at all times—when you are sitting, standing, walking, lying, and lifting—you can reduce stress and pain and improve your health.
Discover key concepts in stretching, strengthening, and conditioning that can dramatically improve your quality of life. You can start Defying the Pains of Gravity.
About the Author
Jeff LaBianco DPT, CSCS, is a doctor of physical therapy and a certified strength and conditioning specialist. He graduated from Sacred Heart University in Connecticut and has since been working in various therapy settings, including skilled nursing facilities, sport therapy clinics, and outpatient rehabilitation clinics. He enjoys running, biking, swimming, and song writing and currently lives in Connecticut.