Understand at any time the position of body segments in space
For a better understanding of your proprioception, stand with the eyes closed. Even without the vision, you are able to feel where your arms and your legs, how they are bent or extended, and even if you raise or lower it. This ability is due to the millions of sensory receptors specialized called receptors proprioceptive. They are found in every part of your body : in the muscle fibers, tendons, joints and skin.
The different types of receptors proprioceptive
There are several types of receptors proprioceptive which exchange information with your brain :
- Spindles : located in the muscle fibers, they detect changes in length and tension in muscles.
- Tendon organs : (so-called " Golgi ") located in the tendons, they pointed to the tension exerted on the latter.
- Receptors of the joints : located in joint capsules, they provide information about the angle and position of the joints.
These receptors proprioceptive exchange information with your brain about the position, the kinematics and the dynamics of the different body segments. The brain processes these signals and built in a permanent internal representation of your body in space, which allows you to have a consciousness of the physical body.
Proprioception and postural balance : a coordination essential
The proprioception is essential to maintain a postural balance stable. It allows your brain to detect changes in posture and activate muscle responses adapted to relieve back pain and reduce the pain. Athletes, dancers, and other professionals in the motion, which require a high precision, develop a proprioception very thin, allowing them to perform movements are fluid and precise.
It will be understood as well as proprioception is fundamental in the maintenance ofa postural balance in standing and satisfactory. It allows for the detection of postural changes, activates the muscle responses adaptive, co-ordinates the movements and integrates with other sensory systems, such as the sight and the inner ear. A proprioception well-developed and accurate is crucial to prevent falls, to correct the imbalances or uncomfortable positions, maintain a stable posture, and perform movements safely.
The cushion Aporia® : boost your proprioception for increased comfort
The cushion Aporia® is designed to improve your proprioception while reducing aches and pains and increasing comfort in a sitting position. This cushion ergonomic is a structure that is multi-articulated, which accompanies and supports the movements of the body thanks to its innovative features.
Innovative features of the cushion Aporia®
- Base curved : He goes with the postural changes induced by the motion of the bust.
- 4 pads articulated : Located under each thigh and each diaper, they argue constantly the soft parts of the body, accompanying the micro-movements of regulating postural.
This unique combination allows the cushion Aporia® smooth movement, enhance the coordination and encourage a fit postural continuous. By supporting the body in a dynamic way, it reduces muscle tension and promotes better proprioception in a sitting position.
The benefits of the cushion Aporia® on your well-being
The characteristic of the cushion Aporia® it is to be a structure multiarticulée that accompanies and supports all the movements in a sitting position. The base curved base allows to accompany any change in postural induced by the motion of the bust.
In addition, for each of the postures that you can adopt this "cushion" Aporia®, 4 pads (one under each thigh, and one in each buttock) are going to act directly on the proprioceptive system in supporting permanently each of the soft parts of these 4 body segments – where, of course, proprioceptors – and assisting them in their micromotion control postural.
The regular use of the cushion Aporia® can transform your experience of comfort and contribute to relieve the pain. Their mobility, interaction with the proprioceptive system allows the fluidity of the movements, accompanying the movements of the body, it promotes a fit postural standing, it helps to reduce tension and contractions and, therefore, the pain ; it develops finally a proprioceptive consciousness finest in a sitting position.
- Ease of movement : The cushion improves the coordination and reduces stress on the muscles, tendons, and fascia, providing a feeling of comfort and lightness.
- Improvement of the fit, postural : By distributing the forces in a balanced manner, the cushion helps to maintain a correct posture and to reduce the pain associated with poor posture.
- Reduction of muscle tension : The constant support of the muscles allows for muscle relaxation, thereby decreasing the pain and increasing comfort.
- Awareness increased body : The cushion helps to discover the sensations in the body by reducing the discomfort, allowing you to detect and correct imbalances more easily.
These combined effects lead to a perception enhanced comfort and a reduction of pain associated with tension or imbalances musculo-skeletal.
According to people, the rediscovery and the relief of pain may be instantaneous, but it is through repeated sessions, day after day, the plasticity of the brain helping, that the relief will be included in the duration.
In addition, the proprioception may also influence the modulation of pain. Research (sources) have shown that when proprioceptive information are stimulated, for example by applying pressure and doing light movements in a painful area, it can reduce the perception of pain. This is explained by the fact that the signals proprioceptive inhibit partially the pain signals sent to the brain, creating an analgesic effect.
Specific exercises to improve proprioception
In addition to using the cushion Aporia®you can strengthen your proprioception through specific exercises such as balancing on one leg, walking on unstable surfaces, yoga, or Pilates. These activities stimulate the receptors proprioceptive and improve communication between the brain and the body.
It is important to start with exercises adapted to your fitness level and progress gradually according to your abilities. Please do not hesitate to consult a health professional or a qualified instructor for advice and proper supervision during the execution of these exercises.
For more information :
- link emissions arte
- Proprioception – SOLINAS Miguel, JAUNET Theo, DENOUN Brice – CNRS
- The silent “sixth” sense – Brian Resnick
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