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If you’ve ever wondered how a chiropractor could improve your health and wellbeing you don’t even have to make an appointment.
Simply heed their advice and make some small lifestyle changes to improve your spinal health.
Musculoskeletal conditions are common, affecting 30 percent (6.9 million) of all Australians including 3.7 million people with back problems.
In some cases, these are difficult to avoid (such as an accident or injury) however, everyday habits can be a big determining factor in how well our spines handle stress.
The Chiropractic Association of Australia encourages everyone to focus on everyday habits which can be harmful to the health of our spines and encourage small, practical steps for the better.
“Because musculoskeletal conditions are so common, there is a strong case for being proactive and making the necessary changes to improve your quality of life now and in the future,” said CAA national president Dr Andrew Lawrence.
“Simple lifestyle adjustments such as being mindful of your posture, being more active, taking breaks from mobile devices and incorporating stretching into your daily routine can make a noticeable difference,” he said.
“It is important to take preventative measures when it comes to spinal health. Seek advice from your local CAA chiropractor or other healthcare professional as early as possible.”
Chiropractic care focuses on the relationship between the spine and nervous system without the use of drugs or surgery.
With a core focus on musculoskeletal health, chiropractors are qualified to care for a variety of conditions such as headaches, back pain and neck pain – a common occurrence with increased use of devices.
Using non-surgical techniques and advising on lifestyle modifications, chiropractors help restore and maintain normal spinal function.
So next time you decide to carry all the shopping from the car in one go, or you’re lifting your toddler, or you’re pulling long hours in front of the computer – think about the best way to protect your spine.
You just might save yourself from annoying pain.
