Ways to Keep Your Spine Healthy in Chicago
Good posture is necessary not only to improve our appearance, but the sagging of the back, spine, neck and head can have disastrous effects on our general health. It can lead to back pain, spinal damage, slipping disc, and neck pain.
From the elderly and middle-aged to children, we all need some tips for maintaining an upright posture. Sitting for long hours in a chair, working with computers or using the mobile phone are some of the causes of bad posture in the new age of the population. It is important to follow some important tips to correct posture:
- The lower back is well rested.
- Avoid being hunched over.
- Pay attention to the position of your foot. Hit your heel first and lower your foot when you walk. This helps prevent knee pain and back problems in the long term.
- Use your palms and elbows as weight carriers as you rise from a sleeping position and not from your neck. This will save you from neck pain.
Avoid jerks and twists while carrying weights.
Do you spend a lot of time in front of the computer?
If your answer is yes, be sure to follow these suggestions:
- Your elbow should be rested.
- Rest your wrist while you write.
- Keep your computer at eye level.
The vast majority of patients who visit physical therapy centers come with complaints of pain that can simply be improved with posture correction rather than costly, invasive, and crippling surgeries. The spinal column is a channel for the flow of energy and connects each and every one of the cells of the entire body with the brain, so it is necessary to take care of it to have a happy, healthy and pain-free life.
If you have any further questions don’t hesitate to contact our Chicago team at Grandview Health Partners today.
