The Importance of Posture
Don't underestimate the importance of posture - stooped posture or sustained poor positions can lead to lower back pain. It is such a simple thing to change and it can make a huge difference to the way you feel.
The following pages offer some really easy tips and suggestions to help you improve your posture.
Normal Posture 
- What is 'Normal' Posture? This is a really good question - don't be fooled into thinking that the shape of your spine is the most important thing - its more important what you do with it all day.
What poor postures lead to back pain?
- What do we know about why poor posture leads to back pain?
Correct Sitting Posture
- What is the correct sitting posture to help you avoid a stooped posture and lower back pain. This illustrated section may help.
Correct Computer Posture
- Poor computer posture is a classic cause of lower back pain, this illustrated guide to computer ergonomics and correct keyboard posture offers some suggestions for improving your sitting position.
Sleeping Position
- Don't overlook the importance of posture overnight when you are asleep.This guide to the best mattress and sleeping posture will give you some great suggestions for getting the best sleeping position.
Proper Lifting Techniques
- Poor lifting techniques can be a cause of lower back pain . This section on proper lifting techniques shows an illustration of the correct way to lift and gives lots of helpful tips.
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31-Mar-2008
