Fix Everyday Posture for Better Health | Dr.Deepak Sachdeva | TEDxYouth@VedicIntSchoolSambalpur

03 Dec 2024 (15 days ago)

Introduction and the Story of Disciple J

Many people spend more than 4 hours a day sitting at a desk or station, whether it's a study table or a workstation, which can lead to various health issues such as back pain, neck pain, and knee pain (33s).
When someone develops back pain, they often try home remedies, visit a doctor, and may be prescribed supplements, pain blockers, or steroids, and in severe cases, may be recommended for surgery (1m39s).
A story about a disciple named J, who was a pupil of Guru Atre, is shared to illustrate a point about treatment and medicine (2m5s).
Guru Atre asked J to find something on Earth that cannot be used as a treatment for any patient, but J found that everything, including trees, plants, leaves, flowers, roots, and even dead animals and poison, has some medicinal purpose (3m7s).
J realized that even metals like iron, zinc, silver, and gold have medicinal properties, and therefore, he couldn't find anything that couldn't be used as a treatment modality (4m31s).
Guru Atre told J that he had passed the exam because he understood that there is nothing on Earth that cannot be used as a treatment for one patient or another, and it's the physician's job to decide what applies to whom (5m13s).

Many people develop back pain, knee pain, neck pain, and other issues, and they often visit multiple doctors to find a solution, but the advice is usually similar because doctors follow the same curriculum, books, and protocols (6m8s).
The problem lies in the fact that patients are seeking opinions within the same vertical or field of specialization, and the solution may require changing the treatment modality or exploring other fields such as Homeopathy, Medical yoga, or other dimensions (8m11s).
Specialization is good, but it also means that a person may only know one particular thing, and patients need to explore other modalities available to find a solution (8m49s).
The job of finding a solution now comes to the patient, who needs to take responsibility for exploring different options (9m2s).

An example of how daily activities can cause muscular imbalance is driving a car, where the right foot is used more than the left foot, leading to an imbalance between the right and left sides of the body (9m40s).
This imbalance can occur due to repetitive movements, such as pressing the pedal 50 times a day, which can add up to 30,000 times a year, causing a significant difference in muscle development between the two sides of the body (10m45s).
The position of the person can be affected by this imbalance, and it is essential to be aware of how daily activities can impact the body (11m12s).
The way people drive their car, including the position of their feet and the rotation of their right foot, can also contribute to this imbalance (11m35s).
When driving, it's essential to keep the right foot rotated outwards to avoid one-sided exercise and maintain comfortable positioning between the brake and accelerator (11m47s).
Standing straight involves simple mechanics, where the feet are kept parallel to each other, but faulty alignment of the foot can cause the body weight to shift unevenly, leading to degeneration in the knee joint (12m10s).
Rotating the right foot outwards while standing causes the body weight to shift to the other side, resulting in uneven weight distribution on the legs, which can lead to degeneration in the knee joint over time (12m45s).

Popping pills of calcium and vitamin D may not be enough to address the issue, as it lies in the faulty alignment and posture, which needs to be treated through correction (13m32s).
Using mobile phones incorrectly can lead to tiredness in the shoulder muscles, which can transfer to the back, so it's essential to use the correct posture when using mobile phones (15m24s).
The correct way to use a mobile phone is to rest the elbow on a surface, such as a rest or fist, to support the posture and avoid putting pressure on the shoulder muscles (16m15s).
Maintaining proper posture when using computers and other gadgets is crucial, as it can affect the body, especially when used for extended periods, such as 4-10 hours a day (16m43s).
A well-set-up workstation with a table and chair of the same size is essential, and the most critical aspect of a chair is the armrest height, which can help reduce pressure on the shoulder muscles (17m11s).
Sufficient elbow support is necessary to minimize pressure on the shoulder muscles, and it's essential to explore different possibilities and systems to find the best solution for maintaining proper posture (17m28s).
To maintain good posture while working on a laptop, it is essential to adjust the elbow support, keep the typing pad close to the body, and position the screen at face level, which can reduce strain on the neck by almost 90% (17m36s).

A good sleeping posture is also crucial, and it is recommended to invest in a mattress that takes the shape of the body to unwind compressed soft tissues (18m41s).
People spend a significant amount of time sitting on office chairs and sleeping on mattresses, so it is vital to find the right ones to prevent diseases (19m25s).

The concept of "arrest the disease before it occurs" emphasizes the importance of preventive measures, including improving posture (20m1s).
Correcting posture requires structural correction methods, which can be achieved through exercises that work on the body, rather than just popping pills or applying ointments (20m42s).
There are two methods of correcting posture: repetitive exercises and static yogic styles, with repetitive movements providing more strength compared to static exercises (20m51s).
To achieve long-lasting relief from muscular and skeletal issues caused by lifestyle, it is essential to strengthen posture and combine repetitive movements with static exercises (21m53s).
Ancient wisdom and deep practices, such as yoga, can bring peaceful and pain-free life by addressing lifestyle-related issues (22m10s).