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How Spinal Care Can Help You Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle
March 15, 2023
When maintaining a healthy lifestyle, developing proper spinal care habits is essential. While some may think spinal health is only necessary for older adults, this couldn’t be further from the truth. Developing and following a spine-care regimen can help improve overall health, alleviate chronic pain, and even prevent injuries later in life.
Take good care of your spine
The spine is one of the essential parts of the body, and its health should not be taken lightly. The spine houses your nervous system and supports standing or sitting upright. It also plays a critical role in enabling movement–allowing us to bend, twist, and reach without pain or discomfort. However, poor posture and habits such as slouching can cause the spine to become misaligned over time, leading to neck and lower back pain. Additionally, poor spinal care can make it difficult for muscles to work correctly, resulting in muscle fatigue or spasms.
Maintaining good spinal care
To maintain good spinal health, there are specific steps you should take regularly:
Exercise regularly
Regular exercise strengthens your core muscles which help protect your spine from strain or injury. Stretching exercises such as yoga and Pilates can also help boost your abdominal muscles while improving flexibility and posture.
Sleep properly
Be sure you get enough quality sleep at night by sleeping on a mattress that supports your back correctly while avoiding wrong sleeping positions like sleeping on your stomach or with your head slumped forward while lying down (known as “text neck”).
Posture check
Check yourself throughout the day to ensure you’re not slouching or leaning too far forward when sitting at a desk or standing up straight. Ensuring that you have proper posture will reduce stress on your spine over time which helps prevent injury and corrects imbalances in the musculoskeletal system caused by poor posture habits.
Workstation ergonomics
When working from home, be sure to set up an ergonomic setup with equipment designed for optimal comfort when using a computer for extended periods (including comfortable chairs with lumbar support). This will ensure that when sitting at your desk working for extended hours, there won’t be any unnecessary stress placed on your body, including hips and shoulders, as well as lower back pain due to improper posture/ergonomics.
These simple tips will help keep spine-related issues at bay and contribute towards a healthier lifestyle if done consistently over time! So don’t underestimate the importance of caring for your spine – start making changes today!
A Patient-Centered Approach
At All Spine Care, Dr. Moulton and his wife, Jenna, have more than 20 years of experience in their fields and have seen firsthand how many practices are run. They also know the importance of quality and personalized care for successful outcomes.
We are proud to offer a comprehensive, patient-centered approach to spine care. Our entire team is dedicated to putting patients first and providing the best possible treatment experience. Each team member is carefully selected from across the Tampa Bay region to provide the best-of-the-best experience to every patient.
If you have spinal issues, take the first step to finding relief and contact All Spine Care today.