Posture and Body Alignment
Posture and body alignment, often referred to as postural tolerance and body alignment, includes the ability to maintain an optimal body position during standing and sitting activities. Facilitating specific postures and alignment helps to reduce strain on the muscles, joints, and ligaments by reducing compensatory patterns and recruiting and coordinating appropriate muscle groups.
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Why Are Posture and Body Alignment Important?
Maintaining an optimal, efficient posture and body alignment is essential for supporting the development of the visual, vestibular, proprioceptive, and musculoskeletal systems:
Signs of Challenges
Children who struggle with posture and body alignment may exhibit:
- Slouched or rounded shoulders when sitting or standing
- Difficulty maintaining an upright posture during seated tasks–may lean towards right or left or forwards or backward
- W-sitting or other asymmetrical postures during play
- Complaints of pain or discomfort, particularly in the neck, back, or hips
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How Physical Therapy Can Help
At Chicago Kids Therapy, our physical therapists work with children to develop and maintain proper posture and body alignment through targeted interventions. Our therapy sessions are designed to be engaging and supportive, focusing on building the skills necessary for correct posture in all settings. Therapy may include:
Postural
Training
Exercises and activities that promote awareness of body positioning, teaching children how to achieve and maintain good posture.
Core
Strengthening
Building core muscles to provide the stability needed for upright posture and proper body alignment.
Ergonomic
Adjustments
Guidance on proper seating and positioning during activities, both at home and in school, to support optimal alignment and prevent strain.
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Our goal is to help children achieve and maintain proper posture and alignment, enhancing their physical health, comfort, and overall well-being. By focusing on these skills, we set children up for success in everyday activities, ensuring they can move, play, and learn with confidence.
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