Posture Awareness Month Sponsored by Chiropractor in Freehold NJ

FREEHOLD, N.J. - April 30, 2023 - PRLog -- This May's Posture Awareness Slogan is "Stand Taller For Posture Month".  Thousands of chiropractors, doctors, therapists and trainers across the U.S. are teaming against the epidemic health consequences of poor posture related to modern technology.

Founder and posture expert Dr. Steven Weiniger created the month-long awareness effort educates professionals and the public about the negative health consequences of bad posture, particularly related to modern technology, and works to highlight resources to correct these issues.

Posture affects how well a person lives. With 65 million people in the U.S. alone enduring back pain every year, posture related back problems are the third leading reason for all doctors visits. Lower back pain is the most common disability for people under age 45, causing lost productivity, inability to participate in normal activities, and diminished enjoyment of life. Young or old, most people don't realize poor posture is a contributor to health problems, and modern technology has only increased its occurrence.

"As smartphone and tablet use increases, so does posture breakdown," says Dr. Weiniger. "Sitting in a bent posture literally folding the torso over the pelvis. Texting locks the hands together, causing shoulders to roll inward. This combination means chronically tight back, neck and chest muscles. Plus, as we get older, gravity combines with muscle imbalances to make people feel and look older than they really are."

The U.S. Occupational and Safety Administration (OSHA) notes that people who spend their days working on a computer face their own specific posture challenges. OSHA offers help in addressing the health risks inherent in using computer work stations for prolonged periods on its website and provides checklists and e-tools to promote better workplace posture.

"Studies confirm posture has a huge effect on your health, appearance and attitude. As more people develop a permanent slump from sitting in front of a computer, posture is gaining new recognition as a growing health problem," explains Dr. Weiniger. :Awareness helps people recognize how strong or weak their posture is . Control means taking steps to improve and maintain your posture. Environment is about optimizing your physical environment, and looking at what you do to your posture at work, play, and while sleeping."

Dr. Russell Brokstein, the top rated chiropractor in Freehold, NJ has joined the awareness program to help Americans improve their posture for better health, longevity, pain relief and aging well.  To schedule your complete posture and chiropractic orthopedic evaluation, go to our website: https://www.chiropractorfreehold.com/

Dr. Brokstein and his office Hometown Family Wellness Center is located at 9 Broadway in Freehold, NJ  He has been voted Best Freehold Chiropractor the last 3 years and voted Asbury Park Press Best Monmouth County Chiropractor since 2017.