As an executive mum, you juggle demanding work responsibilities while caring for your family. But if you often feel like you're forgetting things, struggling to concentrate, or mentally exhausted, you might be experiencing brain fog. Add neck, back, or nerve pain to the mix, and your productivity takes a serious hit. But here’s something most executive mums don’t realise: brain fog and spinal pain are often connected. If you’ve been pushing through your days with pain and mental fatigue, it's time to understand the root cause. In this blog, lets discuss the connection between brain fog and spinal (neck & back) pain.
How Spinal Pain Contributes to Brain Fog:
Poor Posture Leads To Poor Blood Flow to the Brain: Pain is often associated with poor postures, such as forward head posture (when your head leans forward past your shoulders), and rounded shoulders. With these postures your breathing pattern tends to be shallow. When you’re not breathing deeply, there is a minimal reduction in the blood flow to the brain, which can leave you feeling foggy, unfocused and mentally drained. Poor posture is also linked to cervicogenic dizziness, which can cause brain fog-like symptoms.
Chronic Pain Drains Your Mental Energy: Pain isn't just physical. It taxes your nervous system, forcing your brain to constantly process discomfort. This leaves less energy for cognitive tasks like decision-making, problem-solving and memory recall. Long-term pain increases cortisol (the stress hormone), which can also negatively affect memory and mental clarity.
Inflammation and Stress Responses: Chronic spinal pain triggers an inflammatory response in the body, which can affect brain function. Inflammation has been linked to fatigue, sluggish thinking, and mental confusion, all key signs of brain fog.
Watch this video to learn 5 Easy Tips to Prevent Postural Fatigue and Brain Fog While Managing a High-Stress Job:
Here are some easy ways to clear brain fog and reduce spinal pain:
Stretch and Move Regularly:
- Take a 2-minute movement break every hour.
- Try simple neck and upper back stretches to relieve tension.
- Take 5 deep belly breaths before a big meeting to reset your clarity.
- Adjust your desk, chair, and monitor to keep your spine in a neutral position.
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