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Forward Head Posture Chiropractic

Chiropractic Vs Forward Head Posture

Dec 15, 2022

Chiropractic care is a holistic approach to health and wellness that focuses on the relationship between the body’s structure and the body’s ability to heal itself. It is a non-invasive, drug-free therapy that can help reduce pain, improve range of motion, and enhance overall health.

One of the areas that chiropractors address is forward head posture (FHP), which is when the head leans forward and down, usually due to poor posture, muscle strain, or injury.

FHP can cause several physical and mental health issues, including chronic neck and back pain, headaches, and cognitive impairment. Research has shown that forward head posture can impede the flow of oxygenated blood to the brain, leading to decreased cognitive functioning. This can result in difficulty concentrating, decision-making, and poor memory.

The good news is that chiropractic care can help address and correct forward head posture. Through a series of gentle manual adjustments, chiropractors can help restore proper spine alignment, helping reduce pain and improve range of motion.

In addition, by restoring proper alignment, chiropractors can help to improve circulation, which can help to ensure that oxygenated blood can reach all the body’s cells. This improved circulation can lead to increased cognitive functioning and improved overall health. Chiropractic care is a safe, non-invasive, and drug-free way to address forward head posture and the resulting cognitive impairment.

By restoring proper alignment and improving circulation, chiropractic care can help to reduce pain, improve range of motion, and improve overall health. If you are suffering from forward head posture, contact a chiropractor to evaluate if chiropractic care is proper for you.

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  • Lenče, a native of Melbourne's northern suburbs, completed her Chiropractic degree at RMIT University. Her interest in chiropractic care began in childhood when she found relief from Wry neck/Torticollis and later from Scheuermann’s Disease, a spinal developmental disorder. Passionate about helping people of all ages reach their full potential through chiropractic care, Lenče is committed to her work at Northside Chiropractic Preston, where she aims to give back to the community that shaped her. A strong advocate for women’s sports, Lenče sponsors and provides free treatment to the Preston Bullants women’s football team. She is currently pursuing her Internationally Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner (ICCSP) qualifications and has previously served on the Victorian committee of Sports Medicine Australia. Under the mentorship of Dr. Russell Mottram, she is expanding her expertise in TMJ and Orofacial Pain & Dysfunction. Lenče, who founded the RMIT Student Neurology Club and served as vice-president of the RMIT Chiropractic Students Association, now enjoys spending time with her husband Justin, daughter Magi, and exploring local food harvesting.

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