Poor posture

Whenever she left the house, my mum paused and put her shoulders back and consciously straightened as much as she could. She was fortunate, though, that she didn't have any major problems.

I really ought to remember to do the same...

Oh and I also have a lumbar roll cushion to put behind my lower back when driving. It's like a large sausage but it means you physically can't slouch.

McKenzie, a New Zealander, is the back expert. His book is good too. (Cousin trained under him and swears by his methods).

I do ballet (Silver Swans) which teaches you deportment. Also I was advised by physio cousin to lie on your front for 10 minutes when you can to fully stretch your spine.

At 5 ft 7" I was almost always the tallest in any class at school so tended to stoop. My dad, a military, man was always shouting "Shoulders back!!!" at me to no avail..... About 10 years ago, I bought a pair of Nordic Poles - £10 in charity shop; £100 new - which improved my fitness and posture enormously. I did watch a video to ensure I was using them correctly. (My husband uses one singly now as a support when walking) Interestingly, subsequent medical reviews revealed that I had gained and inch in height!

You can get velcro fastening things (I dont know what else to call them)
They gently pull your shoulders back.
They are only as complicated as wearing a bra, and similar size.

Physio first
If in agreement gentle pilates and or yoga I find a back pack make me ache between shoulders
This might sound daft but a light stick just as a reminder to stand up straight when tired not necessarily for support

Can you book yourself in for a physio assessment via your GP??

I looked at various things because I’ve always stooped a bit and it’s getting worse as I get older. When I go for a walk I usually wear a rucksack in the hope that it makes me walk more upright. I’ve got skin that’s thinning noticeably so can’t really wear any of the back braces I’ve seen advertised. I must start doing Pilates which I’m sure would help.