Do You Spend Too Much Time Standing?

As a patient at Stiles Chiropractic, you have probably hear us stress how important it is to maintain proper posture. Whether you are sitting, standing, walking, or even sleeping – good posture is essential. With proper posture, you position yourself so the least amount of strain possible is put on your ligaments and muscles. Proper posture also helps maintain correct alignment along the joints and bones, which decreases the wear and tear on joint surfaces. It also helps prevent muscle strain and back pain and allows muscles to work at their best. When you maintain proper posture, you reduce the risk of injury and back pain.

Stand with Proper Posture

If you’ve been following our blog, you know that sitting too much can have a negative impact on your health. One way to combat the problems associated with over-sitting is to get up and take regular stretch breaks throughout the day. But what about our patients that have the opposite problem and have to stand all day long? Here are our tips to maintain proper posture while standing:

  • Stand with your weight even dispersed between both feet. Your knees should have a soft bend (not locked out) and your feet should be about shoulder width apart.

  • Your arms should hang loose and naturally at your sides

  • Keep your shoulders pulled slightly back, your neck long, and your chin lifted to promote standing up straight and tall

  • Your core should be engaged and tight

  • Your head should be level with your earlobes and in line with your shoulders. Avoid pushing your head forward, sideways, or backward

  • When standing for extended periods of time, shift your weight from your heels to your toes and from one foot to the other

Remember to give yourself a break every now and then. Have a seat and relax. Dr. Tracey Stiles has plenty of seated exercises for you to practice that can help you feel better both physically and mentally throughout a long day of standing.

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"My overall health has also improved because my allergies and my arthritis are also not as severe as they used to be. Dr. Stiles has always been very accommodating with her hours and appointments, and the staff is always friendly and welcoming. Over the years, I have recommended my sister, my best friend, my cousin and other friends to this office for chiropractic care."

-Anonymous

"Excellent patient care and a convenient location.  Dr. Stiles technique is gentle and effective.  The office staff is professional and flexible.  The office hours offer a wide array of times for busy working people.  I switched from a chiropractor that I loved for the location and have not lost anything in terms of service.  I highly recommend for pain management, maintenance and wellness services."

-Ruanda G.

"Not the typical doctors office.  Dr. Stiles & staff are friendly and are flexible with appointments. And my neck and my back feel great!"

-Kevin T.

"Dr. Stiles is very gentle and caring and helpful in explaining what was wrong with my neck and spine. She came up with a treatment plan for me for the next few months. I was re-examined a few weeks ago and showed a lot of improvement! All without surgery. I highly recommend this chiropractic office."

-Monique P.

"Everyone in the office is very nice and helpful. I started going to Dr. Stiles because I had vertigo for more than a year. My doctor just told me it would go away eventually and prescribed Dramamine (which just made me feel sick). I decided to try this method as a last effort to get rid of it and it's worked. I couldn't be happier with the results from my visits here. I would (and have) recommended her to friends and co-workers."

-Jennifer M.

"I've been seeing Dr. Stiles for the past 10 years and in that time, my sciatic nerve has stopped flaring up. I also have had no more middle ear infections or ringing in my ears. I first started going to Stiles Chiropractic for what I thought was the beginning of carpal tunnel syndrome, my wrists, hands and fingers were numb and tingling. After a few adjustments, I was feeling much better and have not had that issue since.

-Dee M.

"Dr. Stiles has been my chiropractor for almost a decade. Regular visits to Dr. Stiles help me prevent tension from escalating and causing severe, debilitating pain that I've had in the past. I used to "throw my back out" once or twice a year, resulting in my being unable to move for three or four days. With ongoing maintenance, I'm happy to say that that rarely happens anymore, and if it does, Dr. Stiles knows me well enough to help fix it right away."

-Cathy H.

"I see Dr Stiles every week for neck pain and she is amazing! She is very kind and responsive to her clients. Highly recommended."

-Samantha M.

"Dr. Stiles is stellar! I am a resident of Los Angeles and any time I'm in town this is my go to place for chiropractic. Dr. Stiles is very thorough and educated on every joint in the body. I feel at ease and in good hands and most importantly well-informed through our entire sessions. I always walk out feeling taller and poised with a healthy body!"

-Kaila H.

"Wonderful! Best Ever! – I have been to chiropractors throughout my life (good and bad ones) but I have had the best experience here with Dr. Tracey. She gave me a very detailed exam and took the time to go over my exam and explain a treatment plan that will help me feel better in the long run. And I am all about preventative maintenance! She also explained my adjustment so well, I didn't freak out. Her office is wonderful, Friendly and warm!!"

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