Chiropractic and Forward Head Posture
Forward Head Posture (FHP) is a condition affecting hundreds of millions of people worldwide. FHP occurs when the head shifts forward on the shoulders, which can have devastating effects on a person’s quality of life.
How does FHP occur?
- There are many reasons why the head shifts forward. Below are just a few.
- Looking down at your phone for hours at a time
- Working on a laptop where the screen is on your lap forcing you to look down.
- Working on a desktop computer and not paying attention to proper ergonomics
- A whiplash injury where the muscles that support the position of your head are damaged and do not heal back correctly.
- Sleeping on your back with too many pillows stacked on top of each other.
How does FHP affect me?
- When your head shifts forward over your shoulders, it alters the normal biomechanics of your neck.
- The natural curve in your neck begins to straighten.
- Spinal discs can become compressed, increasing wear and potential damage.
- The spinal bones may develop bone spurs over time.
- The spinal cord and nervous system can experience increased tension and stress.
- As this progresses, it becomes harder to hold your head upright, leading to a forward-bending posture.
How can chiropractic help someone with FHP?
- By locating and adjusting vertebral subluxations, chiropractors help reduce or remove interference within the nervous system.
- When interference to the nervous system is reduced, communication between the brain and the body can function more clearly and efficiently.
- When brain-body communication improves, the body is better able to function, adapt, and heal.
What are some of the other benefits of chiropractic?
- Greater capacity to handle life’s demands
- Improved adaptability and resilience
- Optimized whole body function
- Greater vitality and energy
- Unlocking your life potential
In conclusion, chiropractic is a safe, effective, non-invasive, and drug-free approach to improving your quality of life. If you’re ready to explore what’s possible when nerve interference is removed, the next step is a chiropractic evaluation. We listen, and we assess your spine and nervous system to determine how chiropractic care can help you express life more fully. Schedule an appointment today!
