posture

Question 1

what is the definition of posture?

Answer 1

the term used to describe how your body is positioned when you are sitting, standing and lying down

Question 2

what is the definition of good posture?

Answer 2

the state of muscular and skeletal balance which protects the supporting structure of your body

Question 3

what is the definition of bad posture?

Answer 3

This means your muscles and ligaments are unable to work properly and too much stress is placed on certain muscles

Question 4

name 2 causes of poor posture?

Answer 4

weak or tight muscles
OR
sitting for too long
OR
obesity
OR
pregnancy
OR wearing high-heeled shoes

Question 5

Name 3 impacts of poor posture?

Answer 5

damaged joint, bones and muscles, stressed organs, including the heart with blood flow becoming inefficient, negative mood and lower self- esteem, problems with the digestive system, problems with breathing

Question 6

what is kyphosis?

Answer 6

excessive thoracic bend, where the top of the back appears more rounded than normal

Question 7

what is lordosis?

Answer 7

excessive inward curve of lumbar region of the spine

Question 8

what is scoliosis?

Answer 8

sideways curvature of the spine