top tips

top tips
Top Tips for maintaining a healthy back
  • Pain is a warning sign – do not ignore it
  • Climb up rather than reach up
  • Never bend when you can kneel or squat
  • Sleep on your side or on your back - never on your front
  • Don't stoop and twist. This is the most common cause of back injuries
  • Exercise regularly
  • See your Chiropractor - if you are suffering a long term problem
  • With an acute injury, use ice rather than heat
Exercise
Regular exercise is important to help maintain mobility and strength. It should be done without pain and it should be done regularly. Brisk walking, swimming and cycling are all excellent exercises.
Warm up
You should warm up your body before any form of physical activity, whether it is sports, gardening or DIY'ing. This prepares the body for action and helps to prevent injuries.
Cool down
Cooling down and stretching after exercise or physical activity is just as important as a warm up. Pain is a warning sign. If what you are doing hurts - STOP. Don't try to push through the pain.

 

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