Marysville Chiropractor Prevents Back Pain
with 5 Tips

Why do you have to suffer from an aching back? Well, the truth of the matter is -- you don't! Here are a few tips from our chiropractor, Dr. Vo on how to keep your spine healthy and prevent a backache or even a serious injury.

1.  Limber up. If you are about to participate in an athletic event or other physically strenuous activity, do some stretching exercises first to warm up your back muscles. This simple step could prevent a painful muscle pull or tear.

2.  Strengthen yourself. Keeping your body fit and flexible on an everyday basis can lend your spine extra muscular support, making it less vulnerable to injury or strain.

3.  Lift properly. Do not try to lift a heavy or bulky object while stooped over -- instead, keep your spine straight and let your knees do the bending. If you cannot safely lift it by yourself, hold off until help is available.

4.  Maintain a healthy weight. If you are overweight, those extra pounds are placing a considerable burden on your skeletal system, including your back, hips, knees and feet. Even a slight spinal imbalance can cause that load to shift unnaturally to one side, throwing your entire body off balance and contributing to muscle strain and backache.

5.  Get regular chiropractic checkups. Preventative care is a lot easier and more comfortable than treating an injury. Here at Performance Chiropractic, our Marysville chiropractor, Dr. Vo, can evaluate your spine and gently adjust any misalignments that might make you prone to a herniated disc or strained back.

Good for More Than Just Back Pain

These preventative measures can also ward off a variety of other ailments. Keep in mind that a spinal misalignment or injury can affect all parts of the body, including muscles, connective tissues and nerves. By keeping your spine healthy, you may also be preventing headaches, leg pain, muscle weakness and a host of other disorders. So take care of your back!

What tips can you share to prevent back pain?