Have you ever seen a picture of a person drawn by a child? Maybe you had the chance to appreciate the artwork of your own child or grandchild, or perhaps you remember doing such drawings yourself. No matter the little artist, it always seems like children draw people as mostly torso, with a head and limbs added almost as an afterthought. The focus is on the sternum, though the artists themselves don't yet think of it this way. If you're looking for sternum stabilization, it can often feel like you're the subject of a child's drawing--all the focus is, for awhile, on the sternum.
Importance of Sternum Stabilization
There are many methods of sternum stabilization, and which one is best for you will depend on your needs. However, whether you're recovering from surgery or trying to minimize sternal instability, sternum stabilization is extremely important. It can reduce complications from surgery, minimize pain, avoid movements and strains that could put undue stress on the torso, and essentially give you the freedom to stop feeling like the subject of a child's drawing and get your attention away from your chest.
What to Consider
There are a variety of sternum stabilization techniques. Be sure to talk to your doctor for recommendations and information on what to avoid.
- Bracing. One of the most innovative devices in sternal support is an external brace that fits around the chest for maximized sternum support. The devices are personalized to your specific needs, made to work for you and designed to be strong and reliable just when you need them.
- Exercise. Certain exercises can be invaluable sources of sternum support. Specific symmetrical movement, work of the triceps and biceps with weights, and posture exercises are all examples of how certain types of moving can help minimize pain and strengthen the sternum. Be sure to talk to your doctor about specific exercise recommendations and requirements.
- Management Guides. There are specifically-designed sternum stability management guides that can be used to pinpoint your grade of sternum instability and the actions that should be taken for your unique symptoms. Talk to your doctor and do some research to find a reliable, helpful management guide to use as a starting point.
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