There is no doubt that the demanding work position that hairdressing professionals must assume causes tensions that, when prolonged over time, create a series of muscle problems.
At Mi Colchón, we care about health and rest. That is why we analyze all the incorrect postures that we can perform throughout the working day.
The hairdressing sector is directly affected by muscular problems in the lower back, vascular problems in the lower body, body decompensation, etc.
Below we will explain a series of examples:
- Professionals who work only in haircuts, whether with a machine or scissors, are subject to postural problems since, in general, people are right-handed or left-handed and there are very few who have the ability to be ambidextrous. This implies that by working for years with a single body area, the human body, which is a perfect machine, on its own seeks compensation mechanisms, thus causing discomfort in other muscle areas that, in this case, are mainly manifested in the lumbar area.
- Nor can we leave aside the legs that for years have been subjected to receiving the body’s own weight during the long working day, with little time for the necessary rest break that the body needs; This implies the appearance of vascular problems of the lower body (varicose veins).
- Problems that occur in the hands when constantly picking up and leaving the different work utensils of the professional. This is the reason why many hairdressing professionals manifest body decompensation and muscle discomfort, such as muscle hypertrophy on one side and hypotrophy on the other, that is, greater muscle mass on one side than on the other, thus causing contractures and muscle fibrosis.
The comprehensive way of addressing the problem of muscle asymmetry and the different postural factors has two types of basic indications:
- Rest on the right mattress.
Each professional will have a specific ailment, so not everyone should sleep on a mattress with the same characteristics. The firmness can range from low to very high, depending on what you suffer, so the right choice of mattress will have a direct impact on how we will recover and be the next day.
At Mi Colchón we have the latest news and technologies (memory foam mattresses, springs + memory foam, latex, traditional springs, etc.) at unbeatable prices, if what you need is to rest, go to: http://www.micolchon.com/c3-colchones/ our specialists will advise you without obligation.
- Muscle compensation exercises aimed at strengthening the less demanding area. This must be taught by a professional who is qualified in the field, such as a physiotherapist or physical trainer.
By following the exercise routine proposed by the specialist and resting correctly on a good mattress, you will be able to carry out your professional activity without the typical discomfort caused by bad posture.
Source: Cosmetologists
