Dr. Rick's Monthly Question
August 2001
Question:
Why do we slouch?
Answer:
Gravity pulls us down. Eventually, gravity wins! Ninety percent of adults have a forward head posture! That's not normal, just prevalent. It comes from slouching forward. Sitting in front of the TV or computer is the biggest culprit. Improper posture has devastating consequences. But we can do a lot to slow it down. Chiropractic adjustment, traction, daily stretches and exercises all help. This and more is outlined in my January through March 2000 articles for Instep Dance Magazine.
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Dr. Rick Allen is a chiropractor, massage therapist and dance student who splits his time between Portland, Oregon and Trout Lake Washington. Dr. Rick welcomes your questions and suggestions for future articles. However, he cannot make specific diagnoses or treatment recommendations unless you visit him in person. He can be reached by phone at 503-257-1324 in Portland, 509-395-0024 in Trout Lake, or toll free at 1-888-247-3248, email or on the World Wide Web: www.CascadeWellnessClinic.com
DISCLAIMER: The information included in this website is meant to encourage thinking concerning choices of care for and insight pertaining to possible causes of various problems. It is not a prescription for or diagnosis of any disease or condition. Suggestions are based on the assumption by the writer that a thorough examination was done previously and the reader is under care by a healthcare professional. This information is not a substitute for a live doctor.
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