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With the increasing number of people commuting to the office or traveling for their workday, we are spending more and more time behind the wheel. Learning to sit properly to avoid muscle imbalances is very important for your health. Poor posture while driving affects the muscles and causes sustained stress on your back.

The next time you get into your car, notice how you hold the steering wheel, what angle your torso is, and which buttock receives your weight most often.
For example, do you often find yourself holding the steering wheel with your left hand, tilted to the right because you are resting your right arm on the center console? Sitting in this posture for a long time can over time affect your circulation to your right leg and affect your sciatic nerve.

Use the list below for good posture while driving:

1. 1. Sit tight against the backrest and make yourself tall.
   2. Adjust the length of the seat cushion so that your fist can fit between the front of the seat and the back of your calf.
   3. Adjust the backrest to your comfort level. It should be placed firmly against your back and can be tilted back a bit for comfort.
   4. Adjust your hips so they’re level.
   5. Slightly tuck your stomach inward, towards your spine.

1. Push the back of your head lightly against the headrest, while keeping your chin level.
2. Plant your left foot firmly on the ground and / or the rest pedal.
3. Position your shoulder blades by rolling them back and down.
4. Place your hands on the steering wheel in the 9/3 o’clock position to help relax the muscles as much as possible. In the event of an accident, you will also prevent a broken arm caused by the steering wheel airbag. In fact, if you hold your steering wheel too high, 10 o’clock and 2 o’clock or higher, the airbag inflating in many cases causes fractures in the arm or forearm.

One last little advice

Take mini breaks while driving to limit the stress accumulating in your shoulders! How? ‘Or’ What?
For example by bringing your shoulder blades together for 10 seconds, release then repeat sometimes. You can also change the position of your seat frequently by moving the steering wheel forwards or backwards slightly or by changing the angle of the backrest of your car seat.
If you are taking long motorway trips, stop and walk at least once every 2 hours to restore your muscles to de-ankylosis and activate blood circulation.

Consult your chiropractor

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