Winter weather has finally arrived. Not only do the colder temperatures affect our hydration levels and muscle tone, but also increase the chance of a fall on ice or slip in slush.

Falling on ice, in particular, can be dangerous because of significant shock to your spine which can move vertebrae out of place. You may not even feel the impact immediately. Don’t ignore the warning signs! If you have a fall and things just “don’t feel quite right” call for an appointment with your chiropractor earlier rather than later. If you wait too long, your back might seize up during a routine task like bending over to pick something up. Then your injury becomes much more acute, and can take longer to correct. The earlier you recognize and get treatment, the less the damage and the quicker you will feel relief.

Sometimes injury occurs when you don’t actually fall, but just come close. You slip and grab onto something quickly to prevent a fall. This causes your muscles to tense up, and potentially pull. Injury can result. If this happens, it is definitely time to call your chiropractor.

Source: http://ezinearticles.com/?Winter-Back-Pain---Slipping-on-the-Ice-Means-Visiting-Your-Chiropractor&id=1769438