POSTURE IS “THE POSITION OF THE HUMAN BODY IN SPACE”
Static and dynamic posture
Two types of posture can be defined:
– Static Posture, that is, the one assumed for example while sitting in front of a computer.
– Dynamic Posture, an activity where various factors come into play (neurophysiological, biomechanical, emotional, psychological and relational).
Having good posture is therefore important not only because it makes you feel better but it is also healthy for your muscles, joints, blood circulation and the mind.
There are three useful elements for analyzing posture:
1 spatiality : that is, the relationship of the body in the three axes of space
2 antigravity: that is, the most correct position and with the least energy expenditure that our body assumes under the force of gravity
3 balance : the body in static and dynamic positions assumes a position of equilibrium depending on the environmental stimuli it receives from the outside.
Posture and psychology
A key point is the relationship between psychology and posture.
Our language is both verbal and nonverbal, and in this regard, our posture is a clear consequence of emotional states, stressful situations, trauma, and antalgic positions in the presence of pain. For example, a very closed and introverted person, perhaps with visceral issues, will certainly have hunched shoulders and a pronounced dorsal kyphosis.
There is no ideal correct posture; each of us has our own posture, which must be as suitable and functional as possible on a static and dynamic level of movement.
Therefore, those who have very sedentary jobs are advised not to prolong the same posture for many hours and to take short breaks by changing positions frequently to avoid experiencing pain caused by a prolonged altered position.
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We were forced to stay indoors to prevent the spread of the virus, creating anxiety and fear in many people, and avoiding all social contact. There was a sense of impending doom. Leaving the house had become difficult, shopping for groceries created a mix of anxiety and relaxation along those endless lines, and buying the necessities seemed indispensable to get through the days at home. Somehow, society responded, dictating both life and work rules.
Indeed, although it was already a widespread practice in some companies, working from home was an integral part of that historical period. Hours and hours spent at home working in front of the computer, without having had the time to transform our homes into offices. Kitchen chairs and tables were converted into work tools because humanity cannot stop, even in the face of disaster or war. Our instinct is to keep going, and society will increasingly push us to do so.
All of this creates enormous feelings of stress; the Covid-19 pandemic itself has made us more uncertain about the future. Hours and hours of working from home, fixated on the future, sitting on a couch or in bed. Your boss calls and emails you as if they'd never looked out the window: the important thing is the business, even in these situations, and the context becomes less relevant.
Researchers have observed a significant increase in back pain after working for days at home. This can only be explained by looking at things from a holistic perspective on medicine and health, which considers multiple aspects of the problem. Humans are greatly influenced by their environment. Stress, fear, anxiety, prolonged incorrect postures, and furniture used as workstations are all factors that can lead a person to suffer from specific pain, which can worsen and become debilitating.
Many patients think they can work for hours on end on chairs that are typically used in the dining room: rigid, small, with low backs and often unsuitable for the table, which is either too high or too low.
It's also very important to sit in a comfortable, soft chair with a high backrest that can rest your back during breaks or that can help maintain correct posture, preventing strain on other musculoskeletal structures.
However, it's also important to consider the positives, not just the negatives, of working remotely: for example, avoiding traffic, setting your alarm later, or staying in a comfortable environment. Families themselves have been able to spend more time together thanks to smart working.