X-Ray or MRI to Assess Posture?
In this 3-part mini-series, we’re going to discuss X-Ray vs. MRI imaging. In Part 1 we’ll briefly talk about how each of these modalities works and whether or not they emit harmful radiation. In Part 2 we’ll look at which one is the better choice for analyzing your posture. In Part 3 we’ll look at some real examples of neck and […]
Mattress in a Box | Sleepovation Review Dr Paula Moore
I was on my way out to buy a new memory foam mattress for my bed – which I’ve had before and loved – when Brian from Sleepovation emailed me asking if I would endorse the Sleepovation mattress. He said it uses the latest sleep technology. Having never even sat on a Sleepovation mattress, much […]
Are Pillows Really Necessary?
Chimpanzees and their common ancestors have been sleeping without pillows for millions of years. Most people nowadays do use pillows. Are pillows necessary? Instinctive Sleeping Humans are one of many species of primates – ancestors that lived in the trees of tropical forests. With the exception of humans, most primates live in tropical regions of […]
What Is Postural Sway? +Video
Postural sway is an important concept in understanding how the body moves and responds to external forces. It’s a complex subject, but once understood, it can help physical therapists and other movement professionals accurately assess posture and make informed decisions about treatment. In this article, we’ll explore what postural sway is, its significance for human […]
Dupuytrens Contraction (Contracture)
Dupuytren’s contraction or contracture is a disease characterized by the deformity of the hand that develops over decades. A Dupuytren’s Contraction or Contracture affects the underlying connective tissue of the palm’s skin. It happens when tissues form knots beneath the outer layers of the skin, and over time, this would cause the formation of a […]
Cervicogenic Headache Exercises
The 5-Step Cervicogenic Headache Protocol I can’t remember when I had my first headache, but it was sometime in my early 20s. I’ve had a lifetime of headaches. My headaches have been the bane of my life but also my constant companion and gift. Last Saturday, en route to a barn dance, I had a […]
5 Easy Ways to Boost Body Confidence
What do people see when you walk into a room? Hopefully, they see a confident, successful, happy individual. But if we’re not careful, what we communicate through our body posture, may not be the image we wish to convey. Our body movements, gestures, alignment (posture), eye contact, skin flushing, breathing, and even perspiration all add […]
Infinite Moon Everpillow Review (Updated 2023)
Please note that we are no longer able to recommend the Infinite Moon Everpillow, and it no longer reaches the standards necessary for our highest marks. Also, we are no longer using it, and never recommend anything that we aren’t using ourselves. For far less than its cost of $80-$90, there are pillows in the market […]
Solutions For One Leg Longer Than The Other
I have one leg longer than the other. My right leg is 9mm shorter than my left. This is called leg length inequality, also known as leg length deficiency, leg length insufficiency, or short leg. This was diagnosed reliably from an x-ray while I attended Chiropractic University over two decades ago. X-Ray is the only reliable means for […]
Important Test For Brain Health – One Leg Balance | Posture Doctor
I made a new friend recently. She, like me, is 50 (something) and a bit of a tomboy, in that she has been active and sporty all her life. Then just over a year ago, she had a car accident and four days later when trying to answer a question at work, nothing came out […]
5 Powerful Strategies to Get You Unstuck
So this is a little embarrassing to admit … Saturday night I went speed dating! Eek, there I said it. Actually, it was pretty fun. I’m an up-for-adventure kind of gal, so why not right?! When you read to the end of this post, you will see why DOING SOMETHING DIFFERENT – and why there are some […]
The Three Pillars of Posture Motivation
What motivates you? Are you driven by reward or punishment – carrot or stick? The Carrot and Stick theory of motivation was given to us by philosopher Jeremy Bentham, and is derived from the old story of a donkey. The story goes that the best way to move a donkey is to put a carrot […]
Why Women Have an Increased Rate of Low Back Pain
Recently I came across this study about the factors that affect low back pain in men and women. This was a fairly large study of 600 participants. They looked at the prevalence of low back pain over a one-week period. The men’s prevalence of low back pain was 40% and for women, a shocking 60%! Low back […]
Dupuytren’s Nodules: Natural Remedies
I have Dupuytren’s Disease. Your Posture Doctor’s body is far from perfect. I wanted to share my diagnosis because many of you have journeyed with me since I left private practice to take my posture tips online, full-time. About three months ago, I discovered a small lump in the palm of my hand. Having had […]
Coffee and Bone Health – pH, Porridge and Posture
Recently a young computer scientist and student at Posture School, asked me a question about how our lifestyle – in particular, caffeine – affects posture. Thanks doctor for making this course. You mentioned caffeine in bad side of things for posture. I do not have other issues in my lifestyle but I do take a lot of […]
Foot Pain: Causes, Symptoms and Exercises – Posture Doctor
What is plantar fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis means pain in the bottom of the heel. Plantar is the sole of the foot; Fascia is the tissue; and itis is Greek for inflammation. For example, colitis is literally colon inflammation. The plantar fascia is a thick ligament (ligaments attach bone to bone) that connects your heel to the front of your foot. It supports the […]
Morning Stiffness | Do You Have Wear & Tear?
In front of me you can see four models of the same two lumbar vertebrae, presented as textbook normal and phase 1, 2 and 3 of spinal degeneration. This is also known as osteoarthritis (osteo meaning bone), degenerative disc disease, or commonly wear and tear. I don’t like euphemisms. I think you can handle the truth and that like […]
Curl Downs vs. Sit-ups
Curl Downs Vs. Sit-Ups Have you ever noticed that when your alarm goes off in the morning, it’s almost as if your body instinctively knows to curl up and contract? That same instinctive movement – of curling down into a ball – is also what we use when doing crunches or sit-ups. But which exercise […]
Lost Your Balance? Try Motor Skills Juggling | Posture Doctor
Most people don’t spend any time thinking about their balance until it’s too late – when they actually start swaying when they walk; or worse, fall down and injure themselves. But balance isn’t just a concern for the elderly who are more prone to falls. Balance training is important for anyone who wants to age […]
Why You Should Stop Doing Sit-Ups |Posture Doctor
Your ‘core’ is comprised of a number of muscles working together to achieve and maintain a stable spine. A strong core and perhaps more importantly, a core with good endurance allow us to move with ease and mechanical advantage; in order to avoid injury! Your core muscles include: rectus abdominis, internal and external oblique, transversus abdominis, but […]