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When it comes to back pain, prevention is better than a cure. That’s why it’s important to keep your posture in check when carrying out daily chores to avoid aches and pains developing.
According to recent research by the British Chiropractic Association, one in four Brits experienced new symptoms of back, shoulder and neck pain during lockdown, so we’re all ears when it comes to nifty gadgets and products that can help us improve our posture in the long run.
So we’re kind of into the Percko Lyne HOME Jacket, which helps keep your posture in a healthy position by prompting you when muscles are straining, which we can do without thinking when cleaning, lifting and doing odd jobs around the house.
The jacket, although an *intriguing* design, isn’t intrusive to wear, and is pretty lightweight. Instead of taking a rigid approach to adjusting posture, this clever article, designed by experts in biomechanics, physiotherapists and osteopaths, allows the wearer to form better posture habits with gentle prompts.
And the best news is that readers can currently bag 15% off the Lyne HOME with our exclusive discount code, METRO15. You’re welcome. Hello good posture!
Happy customers, evidently with backs as strong as ever, have visited the brand’s websites in droves, raving about how pleased they are with their purchase in terms of tackling pain.
One customer wrote: ‘Percko basically saved my life 😉 After a triple hernia, their Lyne Up relieved a huge part of my pain where nothing else had helped me.’
While another mused: ‘I’m entirely satisfied, wearing the T-shirt during all my professional activities, I no longer suffer from back pain. ‘
Why is posture so important when it comes to back pain?
Sitting or standing in a position that puts stress on our spine can lead to problems down the line, as registered osteopath at Body Tonic Clinic Marek Kolarik warns us.
‘Compressed structures will influence blood supply and neurological supply to surrounding areas,’ he explains.
‘If we fail to manage these warning signs such as back pain, over time these symptoms can worsen and one can develop sciatic pain for example.’
So what’s the best way to improve our posture and avoid problems in the long run? ‘As some manual therapists say “the best posture is the next posture”, ‘ Kolarik explains.
‘This means that regular movement will be the best way to reverse the earlier wrongdoing (such as slouching for too long when sitting at the desk). It does not mean that we have to sign a one-year membership in a local gym. Recommendations suggest starting small, taking regular breaks and performing simple stretching and strengthening exercises such as pilates, or yoga.’
Using a device such as the Percko (with Metro trying the Percko Lyne UP here) can also help achieve this goal by reminding us not to strain our muscles with bad posture, during physical exercise or when carrying out chores.
How does the jacket work?
This nifty jacket is equipped with a system of elasticated tensors that will guide the wearer to a healthier posture.
If the muscles are put under stress, the jacket will provide a counteraction so that the wearer can correct their posture. In the long run, these little adjustments will have a big impact.
Developed in France, the Percko Lyne HOME Jacket is made of polyamide and elastane and from OEKO-TEX® certified recycled European materials. It’s available in seven sizes, from XS to XXXL.
Check out the brand here and remember METRO15 for 15% off the Lyne HOME at the checkout.
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