Time and time again we see so many people coming into our studios with complaints of aches and pains. Pain in their necks, shoulders and low backs are generally what is seen. After spending some time with our clients both verbally as well as observing their posture and movement we find one common denominator and that is…repetitive movement syndrome.
What is repetitive movement syndrome? Well just as the name states it, it is the same movement done over and over again that over time leads to muscle tightness, poor posture, over use of the musculature involved, muscle weakness and eventually injury. I would like to you stop for a moment and just ask yourself these few questions…
Do you carry a purse, briefcase, bag etc on the same side of your body every time?
Do you perform the same exercises/routine at the gym over and over again?
Do you perform the same activity/sport daily/weekly? (I.e. you love to bike and therefore that is all you do. You perform no other forms of exercise such as stretching, yoga or weight training)
Do you spend countless hours at a desk or in front of the computer?
Do you have a job that requires the same movements daily such as a hairdresser, cashier clerk, dentist etc?
Repetitive movement injuries can be rehabilitated with great success and therefore if you are someone suffering from a repetitive injury you should seek care for it immediately before the situation gets worse. Rehabilitating a repetitive injury takes skill and therefore one needs to not only have the skill to visually see the mis-alignment but also needs to have an understanding of anatomy and body mechanics other wise they can make the situation worse. Individuals who have the skill set for this situation would be…Physical Therapists, Kinesiologists, Chiropractors and C.H.E.K. Practitioners. Personal Trainers can also be of help however make sure they have studied anatomy and understand it. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact us at www.replenishingsoul.com/blog .
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