India, May 3 -- Stooping at work, or over a smartphone, and slouching in a chair, seat, or sofa, we have lost our ability to sit straight, stand erect, and walk tall. Excess body weight prematurely wears out the spine, pelvis, and lower limb joints. Poor posture and bending the back to lift heavy objects contribute to chronic backache, slipped discs, numbness, and weakness due to nerve compression (sciatica, etc.). Lack of exercise, inadequate calcium, and vitamin D leads to osteoporosis and hunchback (Kyphosis) early in life.

GOOD POSTURE: A good posture refers to the proper alignment of the body while standing, sitting, lying down, lifting heavy objects, and any other physical activity. A good posture ensures that the force of gravity ...