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Introducing HP BOOST | Episode #1: How does posture cause pain in the shoulder?
By Dr. Matthew Hwu, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS·
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Posture can play a role in shoulder pain for gamers. In this first HP Boost video episode, our physical therapist explains how posture contributes to shoulder pain and shares some easy solutions for better posture and a healthier competitive gaming lifestyle. Follow-up articles and videos cover other stretches that can help with the pain.
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Episode 1 | How does Posture cause Shoulder Pain?
In this episode, I discuss how Posture plays a role in shoulder pain and some easy solutions to have a more healthy competitive gaming lifestyle and have better posture. Look out for articles and follow-up videos that touch on other stretches you can do to help with your pain!
https://youtu.be/rnCRJ2ZddFQ
About the author
Dr. Matthew Hwu, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS
Dr. Matthew Hwu earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Western University of Health Sciences and completed an Orthopedic Physical Therapy residency through Kaiser Permanente in Southern California, where he developed a deep clinical foundation in musculoskeletal and overuse injuries.
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