Sunday, January 21, 2007

30 TIPS FOR BETTER SPINE HEALTH

http://www.spinephysicians.org


Listed above is a link to the Official Site of the American Academy of Spine Physicians. That is an organization of chiropractic physicians and neurosurgeons that are dedicated to spinecare. The site lists 30 Tips For Better Spine Health. I will list the tips but go to the site to view other helpful ideas to care for your spine.


1. Exercise Regularly

2. Eat Healthy

3. Maintain Good Posture

4. Invest in a Good Pillow and Mattress

5. Maintain Spine Flexibility

6. Balanced Carrying

7. Take Periodic Breaks

8. Use Proper Phone Technique and Equipment

9. Sleep on Your Back or Side

10. Good Sleep Support

11. Invest in Proper Shoes and Footwear

12. Invest in Good Chairs

13. Have Regular Spinal Check-Ups

14. Use Proper Lifting Techniques

15. Walk Efficiently

16. Do Not Overwork

17. Avoid Excessive High-Impact Activities

18. Think Ergonomically

19. Use Products that Promote Good Posture and Spine Health

20. Listen to Your Back

21. Maintain Optimum Body Weight

22. Avoid Smoking

23. Get a Spinecare Education

24. Drink Water

25. Get Enough Sleep

26. Wear a Supportive Bra

27. Support the Abdomen during Pregnancy

28. Increase Abdominal Strength

29. Frequently Adjust Your Posture

30. Learn to Relax


Dr. Kurtz will go over these tips with you as he also has a list for you to go by. He has a nice exercise room for you to stretch out and help strengthen your back and neck. Diet and exercise are very important for your recovery and continued health. If you need a beginning point Dr. Kurtz will be glad to work with you to help get you on the road to recovery.

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