![]() “Over time, that malalignment can worsen the effects of arthritis by putting pressure on one part of the joint and causing pain. Chris Wolf, a sports medicine and regenerative orthopedic specialist at Bluetail Medical Group in Chesterfield, Missouri. This can be particularly detrimental if you suffer from arthritis of the knees, says Dr. Poor posture can lead to malalignment of your spine or knees, which can increase stress on your knees. ![]() More on Posture and Health Exacerbating arthritis ![]() Overtime you’ll be surprised at the difference in how you feel, and even how others see you. People with strong posture look better, more appealing, younger, more radiant, slimmer, and are perceived to be more confident.Īs a part of your initial consultation, and subsequent re-exams, we will analyze your posture using the latest computerized postural assessment technology.Įach session of your chiropractic care plan will move you towards improving balance, alignment, and posture. Appearance: Your posture is how the world sees you.Whether athletics are recreational, competitive or part of an active lifestyle, good posture is essential to perform at your best and avoid injury. Performance Optimal athletic performance requires strong posture and balance.Bad postures also negatively affect your mood contributing to mild/moderate depression, low self-confidence, decreased focus, stress and fatigue. Health: Studies show poor posture is a major cause of back and neck pain for all ages, and over time often contributes to digestive, respiratory and cardiopulmonary problems such as shortness of breath and high blood pressure.People with strong postures recover faster from injuries, exercise more effectively, have less pain, have a more positive outlook on life, and even look more youthful. Wolf discloses that he has no relevant financial relationships with any organization producing, marketing, reselling, or distributing health care goods or services consumed by, or used on, patients relative to the content of this presentation.Posture and motion don’t only affect how long you live, but also how well you live. Wolf is well known at MAOPS as he was a Wetzel Scholar for six years, is a MAOPS Board member, is currently the President-elect of MAOPS, and is a recipient of the prestigious MAOPS President’s Award for meritorious service.ĭr. Wolf previously served in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Missouri School of Medicine as an Associate Professor of Clinical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. ![]() Wolf is currently a partner in Bluetail Medical Group and works out of clinics throughout Missouri in Chesterfield, Columbia, and Farmington. He is board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and by the American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation as well as subspecialty Board Certified in Brain Injury Medicine. Chris Wolf graduated from AT Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and went on to complete a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency with the University of Missouri, Columbia. Vascular & Interventional Radiology (7)ĭr.Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (27).Osteopathic Principles and Philosophy (99).
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