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Is poor posture is linked to chronic musculoskeletal pain?

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Dr. Seth Zeidman answered

Specializes in Neurosurgery

It can contribute: Poor posture can contribute to both low back and neck pain. This can in turn lead to severe musculoskeletal pain.

Dr Waghmarae agreed

Answered 5/19/2015

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Dr. Seth Zeidman answered

Specializes in Neurosurgery

It can contribute: Poor posture can contribute to both low back and neck pain. This can in turn lead to severe musculoskeletal pain.

Answered 7/5/2012

5.8k views

Thank

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