Poor Posture Increases Risk of Death by 44%
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A ground-breaking study* published in 2004 proved a significant relationship between bad posture and early death from heart and lung related deaths. The actual study determined a 44% higher risk of death in those with the poorest posture.
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Chiropractic Research Archives - Optimal Chiropractic
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Poor Posture Increases Risk of Death by 44%
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Poor Posture Sitting 2024
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Poor Posture Sitting 2024
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Poor Posture Increases Risk of Death by 44%
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Poor Posture Sitting 2024
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Poor Posture Increases Risk of Death by 44%
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Poor Posture Sitting 2024
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Poor Posture Increases Risk of Death by 44%
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Poor Posture Sitting 2024
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Poor Posture Sitting 2024
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Poor Posture Sitting 2024