LEARN / POSTURE BASICS

Small adjustments.
Everyday support.

Learn how to sit, stand and sleep with clear illustrations and practical steps you can adapt to your body.

Start with one familiar situation. Notice what is supporting you, bring the task within easy reach, and leave room to move.

Choose your guide ↓

The familiar Dr Posture model standing comfortably and using a low footrest at a counter

Three ideas to take with you.

Use support. A chair, work surface or pillow can carry part of the load and help you settle comfortably.
Change position. Even a comfortable position can become tiring when held for a long time. Build variety into your day.
Build capacity. Appropriate movement and exercise help prepare your body for everyday demands.

CHOOSE WHAT YOU NEED TODAY

01 / EVERYDAY CARE

Sitting

Let your chair and workspace share the work.

Back support, feet, screen and reach.Read the guide ↗02 / EVERYDAY CARE

Standing

Find an easy upright position. Keep it adaptable.

Comfortable stance, useful support and movement.Read the guide ↗03 / EVERYDAY CARE

Sleeping

Support the position that works for you.

Simple pillow options for your back or side.Read the guide ↗04 / EVERYDAY CARE

Thoracic pillow

Understand the support before you use it.

Upper-back support, individual setup and precautions.Read the guide ↗05 / EVERYDAY CARE

Load, pain & nerves

How can a spinal problem affect a nerve?

Tissue capacity, nerve symptoms and when to seek help.Read the guide ↗

THE MANUBRIUM LIFT®

A familiar cue within daily care.

Dr Shahar connects sitting and standing to the Manubrium Lift: a gentle upward cue through the upper breastbone. Its intended role is to help you find a comfortable upright position while keeping breathing and movement easy.

The Manubrium Lift lesson explains its purpose, clinical observations and limits. It belongs alongside support, movement and individual care.

Explore the Manubrium Lift ↗

Why posture matters

Your head, arms and trunk have weight. Their position and support change what surrounding muscles, joints and tissues have to manage.

Load beyond a tissue’s capacity can cause damage. Pain and reduced function are also possible, but these do not always occur together or in a fixed sequence.

Understand load, pain and nerve symptoms ↗

Teaching adapted from Dr David Shahar’s original poster, with current sources and matching new illustrations · 3 November 2026