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I'm not exactly sure what you mean but when ribs (or other joints) aren't moving the way they're supposed to there's usually muscle tension and inflammation in the area which can be visible. In other words, the imbalance is obvious. I hope that helps!

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Try putting it over your shin instead of your knee. :)

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Hi! It's so hard to say because everyone has a different shape/sleeping position. I can provide a few options, are you in the US or Canada?

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Hi! I think that's too long on a yoga ball and eventually you'll use the wrong muscles to support yourself, possibly hurting your back. I would use the ball for an hour in the am and an hour in the pm to change it up if possible. Thanks for your feedback. :)

@@AskDrLaina Yeah I thought so too and now I'm sure of it, I tried a few days just sitting on the yoga ball - it seems to take the pressure off my back but it's not very comfortable to sit on for long periods of time. Thanks so much again!

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Hi! It can be very hard to fix without getting it adjusted. Sometimes balancing the muscles and fixing your posture will provide some relief but you have to be careful because if the rib is very locked up you can aggravate it. These may help but it’s hard for me to know because I don’t know your health history. Sorry, I wish I could be of more help.. th-cam.com/video/TB0V_RDW4eQ/w-d-xo.html & th-cam.com/video/HtS5emEn2VY/w-d-xo.html

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Agreed! These tables definitely have a ton of contraindications. I'll add it to the description. Thanks!

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Does it help you if you open up the "criss cross" of your legs a bit?"

@@AskDrLaina yes ma'am yes it does

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They are the sae thing...both are terms that are used to describe what i talk about in the video.

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You're so welcome! An ottoman is great and you can rest your feet on it with knees bent or straight. The key is to support your back so your lower back doesn't round . If it starts to round you'll notice your shoulders coming forward, that's what you don't want. I hope that's helpful. Please let me know if it's unclear.

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Not if you're having to tense muscles to stay that way. Tension isn't the same as strength. Start with the pillow and then you'll notice that for short periods you can sit aligned without a pillow...while keeping your spine relaxed.

Not usually

It feels like it's in my back. Next to my spine. 😢

:) Hope it helps!

Hi, its hard to give general advice but I'd say lesser incline for longer is easier on the body. Even a slight decrease in angle can be a great deal more load so you need to be careful. I hope that's helpful!

Absolutely I can...great idea!

@@AskDrLainathank you! I always have problems because all the “ergonomic” chairs are made for taller people so they don’t really work for me and i get neck pain from sitting in a desk all day!

@@Idkaboutthis78 TRy a booster cushion and foot rest so your shoulders stay more relaxed.

Can you try the exercises without a band and practice the range of motion?

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Great! I'm not sure exactly what you mean but I'm glad you have something that works great for you. :)

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