Wednesday 7 November 2018

Everyday changes to improve spine health

When people experience backache or lower back pains, they are more likely to shrug the pain off or resort to pain medication or a massage. Ignoring the causes of back pain will simply result in its recurrence. Even worse, the pain could be a symptom of another disease or could lead to a bigger health risk. To reduce back problems, here are everyday changes you can follow to improve spine health.
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Make exercise and proper diet a habit Getting into shape has a lot of benefits, including less stress for the back. Weight is definitely a factor which can cause lower back problems. By reducing weight and strengthening the abs, core, and back muscles, you will be able to perform most tasks without experiencing back problems.

Always be mindful of your posture It can be hard because of old habits, but realizing our bad postures is necessary to the maintenance of spine health. Walking, sitting, running—all these activities require proper postures in order to reduce stress on the lower back.

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Rest the spine when sleeping Sleep is the only time the spine can rest. This is why it’s important to have a mattress that can properly and comfortably support your back and keep your spine at a good position while sleeping. As for pillows, it is best to shop around and find some that adjust to your natural sleeping position and at the same time provide support for your neck muscles.

 Dr. Karl Jawhari founded Core Integrative Health, a practice that specializes in spinal decompression and painless natural healing. It has a multidisciplinary approach to healing people’s bodies structurally and nutritionally, working toward having their patients experience an abundant and fulfilling life. For more insightful reads on spine health, visit this website.

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