Things You'll Need:
- Large mirror
- Ergonomic workstation
- Low-heel shoes
- Lumbar pillow and flat pillow
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Step 1
Roll shoulders back and raise your head to a position of being straight and aligned with your back. According to Dr. John Schubbe of Schubbe-Resch Chiropractic & Physical Therapy Centers, you should "stand against a wall with shoulders and bottom touching wall." He further explains that the head should also be against the wall.
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Step 2
Design your workstation with ergonomics in mind. Environmental Health and Safety at Oklahoma State University recommends a lightly padded chair with a height which allows both feet to rest flat on the floor. Computer monitors should be at eye level, without requiring you to tilt your head backward or forward for long periods of time.
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Step 3
Wear flat heels or shoes that offer good support. Avoid high-heels or shoes that force your body to adjust against gravity to maintain a straight posture.
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Step 4
Place a lumbar pillow at the small of your back while sitting for long periods. If you are a side sleeper, you can use a flat pillow between your knees at night for spine alignment. These measures reinforce maintaining proper posture even while preoccupied or sleeping.
