Out of all the things I tried to fix my bad posture, it’s funny how a simple app did the trick. Having used it for a week now, I’ve started catching myself sitting straighter without even thinking ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My grandmother lives with me, and she is always nagging me to “stand up straight” and “put your shoulders back.” She says good posture will keep me healthy as I age. But I’m only 17.

Heed your mother’s correction: Sit up straight. There’s a reason this advice has been passed down for generations — proper posture is important. After all, posture affects so many aspects of your ...

Slouching spine? Pre-posture-ous! Our spines are the scaffolding for the body, and unfortunately, proper posture has become a common casualty of our increasingly sedentary culture. The immediate ...

How bad is your posture, really? The 'Triple S' is the quickest way to check for correct posture. All you need is a wall. I hate to admit it, but I’m a sloucher. When I’m working, when I’m watching TV ...

Posture is a term that describes the position in which a person holds their body when sitting or standing. Poor posture can give rise to back and joint pain. However, a person can improve their ...