GoFuckYourself.com - Adult Webmaster Forum - View Single Post - My Spine is Crooked from having big boobs and working online!

WonderWoman · 10-20-2008, 04:07 PM

I actually have pretty much the exact same problem and have been getting treatment for it. First off, a good chiropractor will help. Make sure that they put together a treatment plan for you which includes pain relief and correction as well as giving you proper exercises for muscle building.

Second of all, losing weight in the mid section is imperative. Any extra weight carried around your abs and midsection puts a LOT of extgra strain on the lower back causing the curvature to increase even more. I lost 45 lbs in the last year and although it was a very painful adjustment for my body, I am able to work on the spine a lot more now than I could before. I even have a bow in my sternum from bad posture at the computer and breasts that were too large for my frame.

Third of all, yoga is very good for you. I would not recommend anything strenuous like bikram etc (I do kundalini yoga). Meditating is not only good for the mind and soul its also helpful in building those back muscles. Sitting cross legged and taking deep breaths helps while keeping your spine straight is great. ALthough it will initially put more strain on your mid back for a while, it will be worth it in the end. Use moist heat packs on your back as needed. Because of hte increased curvature in the lower spine, be careful when doing back bends or certain poses like cobra that will increase the pain in your lower back. Sometimes it helps to just sit those out and do long deep breaths instead.

Fourth of all, ergonomics for your workstation. Make sure you have a good chair with lumbar support, tilt it forward if you can, it will force you to sit up straighter. Be aware of your body and posture. Tuck your pelvis in and make sure your feet are flat on the ground. Make sure your monitor is high enough for your neck to stay back and not hunched forward. AVOID WORKING USING THE LAPTOP SCREEN!!

Last but not least, any exercises that build your abs, shoulders, and back are helpful. Don't strain yourself too much. Pay attention to your form so that you don't hurt yourself. Its best to get exercises from a chiropractor or a knowledgeable trainer.

Wish you the best of luck.

10-20-2008, 04:07 PM
WonderWoman Confirmed User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: LA Posts: 1,439	I actually have pretty much the exact same problem and have been getting treatment for it. First off, a good chiropractor will help. Make sure that they put together a treatment plan for you which includes pain relief and correction as well as giving you proper exercises for muscle building. Second of all, losing weight in the mid section is imperative. Any extra weight carried around your abs and midsection puts a LOT of extgra strain on the lower back causing the curvature to increase even more. I lost 45 lbs in the last year and although it was a very painful adjustment for my body, I am able to work on the spine a lot more now than I could before. I even have a bow in my sternum from bad posture at the computer and breasts that were too large for my frame. Third of all, yoga is very good for you. I would not recommend anything strenuous like bikram etc (I do kundalini yoga). Meditating is not only good for the mind and soul its also helpful in building those back muscles. Sitting cross legged and taking deep breaths helps while keeping your spine straight is great. ALthough it will initially put more strain on your mid back for a while, it will be worth it in the end. Use moist heat packs on your back as needed. Because of hte increased curvature in the lower spine, be careful when doing back bends or certain poses like cobra that will increase the pain in your lower back. Sometimes it helps to just sit those out and do long deep breaths instead. Fourth of all, ergonomics for your workstation. Make sure you have a good chair with lumbar support, tilt it forward if you can, it will force you to sit up straighter. Be aware of your body and posture. Tuck your pelvis in and make sure your feet are flat on the ground. Make sure your monitor is high enough for your neck to stay back and not hunched forward. AVOID WORKING USING THE LAPTOP SCREEN!! Last but not least, any exercises that build your abs, shoulders, and back are helpful. Don't strain yourself too much. Pay attention to your form so that you don't hurt yourself. Its best to get exercises from a chiropractor or a knowledgeable trainer. Wish you the best of luck. __________________ Lubna ICQ: 321946016