KEEPING A HEALTHY SPINE AND JOINTS When young, the body can adapt easily to the stress and strain it is put under. As it grows older (over 25 years!) it begins to lose some of the elasticity which gives the body the flexibility to cope and adapt. In particular this applies to the discs between the vertebrae and the joint cartilage. These require regular movement to ensure their maximum range and thereby increase local circulation and nutrition to the surrounding fluids and tissues. 10 TOP TIPS FOR BACK CARE: 1. Keep moving and stretching 2. Take regular exercise 3. Take frequent breaks between repetitive tasks and vary the rhythm 4. Change position – avoid ‘computer hump’ 5. Pace yourself when the work is heavy e.g. gardening 6. Adjust car seats, and on long journeys, have breaks and stretch 7. Watch children’s posture – don’t let them carry bags on one shoulder 8. Avoid strain when lifting especially when shopping and with small children 9. Is your bed the right bed or is it getting old? 10. Seek treatment and advice earlier rather than later
Posted on: Wed, 05 Mar 2014 13:18:10 +0000
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