Are Unlevel Shoulders Caused By Heavy Bags?
Posted on 14. Jul, 2010 by drchris in Ask Dr. Chris
Question : Years of carrying a heavy bag on my right shoulder has left me with one shoulder permanently higher than the other – any cure??
Although carrying a heavy bag does not, in my opinion, cause a high shoulder (or as some ask – a low shoulder), prolonged carrying on one side will cause problems due to uneven contraction of muscles, then leading to spinal problems.
One of the best things to do if you cannot stop carrying, or do not have time to do corrective exercises on a daily basis, is to convert to a bag that distributes weight over both shoulders, or at least more evenly – such as the healthy back bags.
If you are in pain and swapping bags does not help, then seek help from a health care professional.
If you are serious about trying to improve your posture and live in Hertfordshire, or North London, and then please feel free to contact me if you need further help.
If you live elsewhere then look up a local chiropractor or other postural specialist.
