Lower back aches used to be a constant companion during my daily routine—especially when sitting for too long or lifting groceries wrong. I chalked it up to “just getting older,” until I discovered how core engagement techniques could seriously protect the spine and change the way my back felt. Now, I can’t help but wonder…
If you’re dealing with that all-too-familiar upper back ache after a long day slouched over a screen, you’re not alone. A couple of years ago, I started noticing a weird tightness across my upper spine—especially after hours of working from my laptop on the couch. I shrugged it off, blamed bad sleep, maybe even stress….
If you’re someone who spends most of your day glued to a desk, you’ve probably already felt it—that slow, creeping ache in your lower back that gets worse by the hour. I used to think it was just part of the job, until a friend—an occupational therapist, no less—told me flat out: “Your chair’s the…
It’s funny how you don’t really think about your back until it starts screaming at you after a long day hunched over a laptop or after picking up your dog the wrong way. Been there. That’s what got me into Pilates in the first place. I wasn’t looking for a miracle—just something to get me…
As a Rheumatoid Arthritis expert, I’ve had the privilege of guiding countless individuals through the struggles of managing this condition. It’s not just about pain management; it’s about navigating the daily challenges, including how rheumatoid arthritis (RA) impacts your posture. Most people are familiar with the common symptoms of RA, such as joint pain, swelling,…
If you’ve ever dealt with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you probably know it’s not just about painful joints. It can mess with your posture too, and honestly, a lot of people don’t even realize how much it changes the way they hold themselves. So, let’s dive into how RA can affect your posture and what you…