Back pain can hinder your life daily. Millions of Americans experience back pain in some form—whether chronic or occasionally. Chiropractors emphasize the need to take preventative measures before your back pain becomes unbearable.
Back care should be part of your daily routine, especially working long hours at your desk or partaking in manual labor that involves lifting, twisting, and turning of your neck and back. Your Reno chiropractors are highlighting some tips you can implement today to manage and monitor your back pain.
Posture
Your posture is where it all begins. Whether you're sitting, standing, or doing normal daily activities, your poor posture can create unnecessary strain on your back. Performing tasks such as lifting, bending, pushing, and pulling can align or realign your spine.
It will build up over time, but good posture can take the strain off your nerves and muscles in your back to create less tension and pain in the long run.
Proper Lifting Form
When taking part in activities involving lifting or bending at the gym, it's crucial to keep in mind proper form. It's common to strain your back or slip a disk because of lousy technique leading to chronic back pain.
Remember whenever you're lifting or bending down—even if it's not heavy—keep your back straight, always lift from the legs and never bend from the back.
Eat Healthy
Poor nutrition is one of the common factors that lead to back pain, which can increase pressure on your joints and muscles, as well as bad digestion of foods, leads to bloating and more strain.
Inflammation also causes added pressure and strain on your back. While some inflammation is natural, there is a limit. Processed foods are common in an American diet, so remember to eat your greens. Focus on fresh fruits and vegetables and healthy fats to avoid over-inflammation.
Get Active
Another root cause of back pain is a sedentary lifestyle. Sitting and turning your neck at a desk all day will cause your disks to compress and weaken. If your job requires you to sit for extended periods, remember to take breaks and walk around.
The human body is meant to move, so being active is crucial to overall health. We become more prone to interior and postural injuries from less movement and inactivity. This doesn’t mean everyone needs to run a marathon or hit the weight room, but some functional movements and exercises promote the healthy movement of your joints.
Whether it’s lifting, stretching, running, or just a daily walk, you can be on the right track to relieving your back pain.
Visit Your Reno Chiropractor
Visiting a chiropractor can make improvements where you never thought possible. Our experts at Davis Chiropractic can make specific adjustments and offer a plan to keep your back aligned. Our treatments aim to restore and optimize human health.
We specialize in the orthopedic treatment of degenerative disc disease, arthritis, and auto injuries. We take pride in offering exceptional care to each patient. Call our office today to set up an appointment!
