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Really Bad posture now hurting me whats the best solution?

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Asked by: Kylie Reed

What helps with bad posture pain?

Lying down



Make sure to keep the spine aligned and avoid twisting at the waist. Placing a pillow underneath or between the legs can help relieve back pain. People should avoid sleeping on their stomachs because this position forces the neck to twist, putting excessive stress on the neck, shoulders, and back.

Can you correct years of bad posture?

Even if your posture has been a problem for years, it’s possible to make improvements. Rounded shoulders and a hunched stance may seem like they’re set in stone by the time we reach a certain age, and you may feel you’ve missed the boat for better posture. But there’s a good chance you can still stand up taller.

Why does bad posture hurt so bad?

Unsupported postures cause the loads on your spine to disperse incorrectly, weakening the tissues in your lower back. As a result, the intricate network of muscles, discs, and joints in your back tend to be pushed beyond their tolerable limit, causing pain.

Why does it hurt when I try to straighten my posture?


We can look at their x-rays think oh this is why it hurts because this is out of alignment. And it's been out of alignment for the past 15 years and so as we try to get that better situated.

What is the fastest way to fix lower back posture?

Keep your back flat. Down into the floor. As both legs come out in front of you. And then we're going to lift those up off of the ground.

How should I sleep to correct posture?

On your back. Sleeping on your back may be one of the best positions for improving your sleeping posture. It promotes better alignment and reduces the pressure on your arms and legs. People with neck or back pain, especially in the lower back, find it to be the most comfortable.

Can a chiropractor fix posture?

That’s where a chiropractor comes in. A chiropractor can help you with fixing bad posture by finding the underlying cause of your problems. By correcting the root of your bad posture, you can start sitting and standing up straight without having to constantly remind yourself.

How long does it take for a chiropractor to fix your posture?

Unfortunately, posture correction isn’t usually a quick process. But, depending on the degree of your poor posture, you could be standing up straighter in just a few weeks. If you’re experiencing pain from poor posture, chiropractic care can provide relief in as little as one to three sessions.

Does fixing bad posture hurt?

It shouldn’t. Correcting posture shouldn’t be causing you pain or hurt in any way, yet I often see clients who are hurting themselves as they try to correct their posture, with or without gadgets. You don’t need a posture corrector or posture correction device of any sort.

How can I relax my back?

If you would just bend your knees a little bit just by bending your knees up a little bit that immediately sort of helps to release some of the tension in the back.

Is walking good for lower back pain?

The simple movement of walking is one of the best things we can do for chronic lower back pain. Ten to fifteen minutes of walking twice a day will help ease lower back pain. Substitute this activity for a more vigorous type of exercise if you prefer and/or are able.

How can I massage my own back?

Self-massage for back pain

  1. Lie with your back flat on the floor and your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Place a foam roller on the midsection of your back, just under your shoulder blades.
  3. Rock your body up and down, towards and away from your feet, to massage your back and loosen up those pressure points.