Don’t let the name fool anyone. Widow’s hump is not a condition that affects only mature women. It appears in younger and younger people, even in their thirties. Especially those who spend a lot of time in front of the computer and in a sitting position. What exactly is a widow’s hump, how to recognize it and, above all, treat it? We advise!
- Widow’s hump is a condition that affects younger and younger people. It particularly affects those who lead a sedentary lifestyle and spend a lot of time at their desks
- This condition manifests itself in the form of an unsightly growth in the area of the junction of the cervical and thoracic spine.
- The reason for its formation is our negligence when it comes to the correct body posture
- Fortunately, the widow’s hump can be treated. Some exercises can prove fruitful here. It is also worth consulting a specialist
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How do you recognize a widow’s hump?
What’s the easiest way to describe a widow’s hump? It is an unsightly growth filled with soft tissues. It appears around the junction of the cervical and thoracic spine. It makes our silhouette begin to tilt. Women are more often exposed to it than men. Unfortunately, the appearance of a widow’s hump negatively affects the appearance of our body. In addition, it causes unpleasant ailments, such as:
- recurring headaches and headaches,
- dizziness,
- ear noise,
- numbness in the limbs,
- muscle stiffness
- weakening of the muscles in the area of the shoulder girdle and hands,
- burning skin in the nape area.
Why does the widow’s hump appear in our country? Unfortunately, this is usually our fault. If we adopt an incorrect body posture for years, it may be a consequence of it. The most vulnerable to this disease are people who lead a sedentary lifestyle or spend a lot of time at a desk. In their case, the cervico-thoracic passage, i.e. the place where the widow’s hump appears, is extremely loaded.
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Ways to get rid of the widow’s hump
If you notice that you have a widow hump, be sure to consult your doctor. Fortunately, you too can make this condition fade away. However, systematics is necessary. First of all, start paying attention to what position you are sitting in. Do not put stress on the cervical region. Try to maintain a correct, upright posture.
Try the Curble corrective seat, which allows you to maintain the sitting position correctly. A sensory pillow will also be useful – it is used as a support while sitting, because it forces the correct posture and relieves the spine.
You can also do some simple exercises that will help you get over this condition. It requires regularity and diligence from you. Here are two sample exercises:
- Stand with your back to the wall. Pay attention to whether your buttocks, neck, spine, and head are snug against it. Now clasp your fingers together and raise your hands up. Try to make them touch the walls. This is to look as if you want to “stick” them to her. Hold this position for about 10-15 minutes. Then relax your body and do five more repetitions.
- Stand against the wall and straighten up. Now raise your hands to your sides. Your hands should stop at the temple level. Then push your breast forward and withdraw your arms. Do this exercise 10 more times.
Remember that no exercise will replace a visit to a specialist.