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What is ‘good posture’? Tips from physical therapists

Learn why physical therapists say there is no such thing as perfect posture, and what to know about how the positions you sit and stand in can impact pain

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Date de publication : Nov 15, 2023
Image of a woman sitting at a desk in an office chair with light from a window shining into the room
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What does ‘good posture’ mean?
The posture myth
The problem with ‘perfect’ posture
Your next position is your best position
What healthy posture means for you
How Hinge Health can help you
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