Not only does poor posture often cause pain and stiffness, it can also increase the risk of developing arthritis.
Arthritis refers to a group of diseases linked to inflammation and stiffness in the joints. The most common kind of arthritis is osteoarthritis, which is often caused by aging or joint injury. Arthritis can occur in any of the body’s joints, such as in the neck, shoulders, spine, hands, knees, hips, or feet.
What are the symptoms of arthritis?
Since there are different types of arthritis, symptoms may vary across different cases. Common symptoms of osteoarthritis include swelling, pain, tenderness, stiffness, or loss of mobility in or around the affected joint.
What causes arthritis?
Having poor habitual alignment often increases the risk of developing osteoarthritis. When you’re hunched over, the weight of your head places a lot of pressure on your spine, shoulders, and hips, which then weakens your spinal muscles and adds stress to your joints. Over time, this can wear down cartilage and connective tissue that keep your joints together, causing inflammation in the area. Other causes of osteoarthritis include aging, injury, and genetics.
How can Forme® help with arthritis?
Forme® wearables engage muscle memory in your spinal muscles for better alignment and reduced joint stress. The patented technology trains and restores your shoulders, spine, hips and feet to be in their natural alignment, which minimizes the stress on your joints and in turn can help reduce the risk of developing arthritis. The best part? Our wearables are designed to be both comfortable and versatile, so you can wear them day in and day out. If you already have arthritis, improving your posture may not be a cure, but it can help reduce your symptoms, progression, and performance.
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Female Arthritis
For arthritis in the neck, shoulder, and/or lower back, wear the Core V-Neck with the Revive Bra and Sculpt+ Legging daily and as sleepwear for 6-9 months.
For arthritis in the hip and/or lower back, wear the Sculpt+ Legging daily and as sleepwear for 6-9 months.
Male Arthritis
For arthritis in the neck, shoulder, and/or lower back, wear the Core Tee daily and as sleepwear for 6-9 months.
For arthritis in the hip and/or lower back, wear the Pro Short daily and as sleepwear for 6-9 months.
Please consult your physician or healthcare professional on your specific health condition, as everyone has unique needs.
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