Posture Problems in Lincoln: How to Fix Them with Chiropractic Care

Dr.Jake Tucker • February 1, 2025

You do not have to be stuck with a crooked spine!

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In today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world, good posture has become an increasingly rare commodity. Whether you're working long hours at a desk, looking down at your phone, or driving around Lincoln’s busy streets, poor posture is creeping into your daily life—and it’s taking a toll on your health. But the good news is that chiropractic care can help you correct posture problems and restore the alignment your body was designed to maintain.


Why Posture Matters

Posture is more than just sitting up straight; it’s about how your body holds itself against gravity while standing, sitting, and moving. When your posture is correct, your spine stays aligned, and your nervous system can function as it should. But when poor posture becomes a habit, it can lead to spinal misalignments—or subluxations—which interfere with your body’s ability to heal and perform at its best.


Here in Lincoln, NE, many people face posture challenges from long workdays, carrying heavy backpacks, or spending hours scrolling on their phones. The impact of poor posture might show up as:

  • Chronic back, neck, or shoulder pain
  • Headaches or migraines
  • Fatigue and reduced energy levels
  • Tension in muscles and joints
  • A hunched or rounded upper back


How Chiropractic Care Addresses Poor Posture

As a chiropractor, I see the effects of poor posture daily, and the solution starts with identifying and addressing subluxations. When your spine is out of alignment, it strains your muscles and ligaments, forcing them to overcompensate. Chiropractic care focuses on restoring that alignment, allowing your body to return to its natural balance.

Here’s how we help improve posture through our Mix, Fix, Set, Reset protocol:

  1. Spinal Adjustments: Realigning your spinal vertebrae removes nerve interference, improving your posture from the inside out.
  2. Postural Assessments: By examining how you stand, sit, and move, we identify the root cause of your posture problems.
  3. Corrective Exercises: Simple, effective stretches and exercises help strengthen postural muscles and retrain postural imbalances to maintain good alignment.
  4. Ergonomic Advice: Making small changes to your workspace, car, or even how you use your phone can make a huge difference in supporting your spine.


Posture and the Lincoln Lifestyle

Living in Lincoln comes with unique posture challenges. For example:

  • Office workers often spend long hours at a desk, leading to slouched shoulders and neck strain.
  • Students carry heavy backpacks, which can cause uneven spinal stress.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts and athletes may unintentionally develop imbalances from repetitive movements or poor form.


Whether you’re a working professional, a busy parent, or an active community member, posture problems are common—but they don’t have to be permanent.


Steps You Can Take Today

Even before your first chiropractic adjustment, there are steps you can take to start improving your posture:

  • Be mindful of your posture: Check in with yourself throughout the day to ensure you’re sitting or standing tall.
  • Engage your core: A strong core supports your spine and helps you maintain proper alignment.
  • Adjust your workspace: Keep your computer monitor at eye level, and make sure your chair supports your lower back.
  • Take regular breaks: Every 30 minutes, stand up, stretch, and reset your posture.


Transform Your Posture with Chiropractic Care

When you make chiropractic care a part of your health journey, you’re not just addressing pain—you’re investing in your future health. Posture plays a critical role in how your body feels and functions, and it’s never too late to make a change.

If you’re ready to take control of your posture and improve your quality of life, I’d love to help. Schedule an appointment today at Good Life Family Chiropractic, and let’s work together to align your body with its God-given design.


Don’t let poor posture hold you back! Call us today or schedule online to take the first step toward a healthier, more confident you.

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Sources:

"Effective Assessments of a Short-Duration Poor Posture on Upper Body Activities"
Journal: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 2020.
Summary: This study investigates the effects of short-duration poor posture on physical activities, highlighting that even brief periods of poor posture can negatively impact upper body function.


"Assessing the Impact of Prolonged Sitting and Poor Posture on Low Back Pain Development: A Machine Learning Approach"
Journal: Computers, 2023.
Summary: This study evaluates the relationship between prolonged sitting in poor posture and the development of low back pain, utilizing machine learning models to recognize poor body postures and their health impacts.


"Association Between Physical Activity and Body Posture Among Adolescents: A Cross-Sectional Study"
Journal: BMC Public Health, 2023.
Summary: This article explores how physical activity levels are associated with body posture in adolescents, suggesting that increased physical activity may contribute to better postural alignment.

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