Jaipur, November 25, 2024.
If you are prone to slouching, listen up! Digital creator Shivam Ahlawat shared a reel on Instagram, documenting two very common ways that can be the hidden culprits behind leg pain, resulting in broader conditions such as sciatica and scoliosis.
In the first instance, he puts all the weight on one leg while standing, and in the second instance, he is seen standing with his arm propped onto a flat surface (in this context, a table) and the rest of the weight is on his hip.
In the caption, Ahlawat mentioned, “As long as everything is fine, you don’t realise it, but after some time, when something comes to light, there is nothing left except regret.”
Improper standing, such as shifting weight unevenly or excessive forward pelvic tilt, can compress the sciatic nerve, leading to sciatica—a painful condition characterised by radiating pain from the lower back down to the legs,” said Dr Dharmesh Shah, Founder and Director of Holistica World.
He also added that poor posture, especially asymmetrical standing positions, can contribute to scoliosis (curvature of the spine), worsening over time due to uneven muscle stress.
