Posture, Ergonomics, Scoliosis

In Dr. David's Words

In modern society, due to the hyper advancement in technology, most of the population has easy access to computers, smartphones, tablets, and other electronic devices regardless of age. Many people, including toddlers and children, spend much of their time with various technologies. While these add numerous benefits and conveniences to daily life, its users suffer from a variety of symptoms due to their increasingly poor posture.

Poor posture from technology usage is a growing phenomenon that affects not only muscle tightness, but also, more importantly, negatively impacts the development of the spine and discs. For small children to teenagers, poor posture leads their vulnerable spine and discs to develop out-of-balance over time.

The spine starts to deviate laterally during the developing period, creating an S shape from the front view, instead of a straight spine. This is called, “Scoliosis,” depending on the degree of deviation. Of course, there is a genetic factor to scoliosis; however, most cases of scoliosis today are affected by modern lifestyle. It is imperative to correct a deviated spine with age as there is lesser chance to restore the spine to a normal structure. In other words, if posture and/or the spinal structure is corrected as early as possible, there is a higher chance to bring it to the right position. If it is already fully developed, aged young adult to adult, chiropractic can help to relieve pain and recover the function of the spine by providing mobility into the spine segments.

If you are experiencing scoliosis pain and are seeking treatment for scoliosis for yourself or your children, seek chiropractic treatment as your first step. Head over to our blog to learn more, or contact us at Alight Chiropractic to see how we can help you and your family to better posture and a better spine!