Posture plays such an important role in shoulder and wrist function. Poor posture could be the root cause of pain in the shoulder and wrist.

Here’s a quick test: while sitting at your PC (make sure no one is looking!) don’t sit up straight; instead, maintain the slouched posture we all fall into while gaming.

Now, raise both arms overhead like you’re doing a jumping jack. It’s tricky, right!?

It may even be a bit painful and restrictive as you raise your arms. Alternatively, sit up straight.

Perform that same overhead arm motion. Feel how much easier and less restrictive it is?!

WHY?

The shoulder is a complex ball and socket joint. Its movement depends heavily on the position of bones around it – for example, the scapula, the humerus, and the collarbone.

If not properly aligned or otherwise in a poor or slumped posture, range of motion is reduced, leading to pain.

Poor posture, the shoulder and the wrist

When sitting in a slumped or slouched posture, the head shifts forward, shoulders round, and the scapula tilts forward. This causes a reduced space, preventing movement and causing muscle strain.

Without proper elbow and wrist support, nerves are stressed and muscles are injured.