How to Prevent Pain While Traveling
It is not uncommon to experience stiffness, discomfort, and even pain while traveling due to a pre-existing condition, recent injury, or long periods of sitting during the trip. Before you go, talk to our chiropractor at Arbor Crossing Chiropractic Life Center, PLC in Livonia, to find ways that you can reduce your pain and enjoy your journey a lot more.
Consider these tips to prevent pain while traveling:
Take Breaks
Make sure to take breaks. Stretch, walk, bend, and try to time your travel so that you are not hurrying or scrambling to get from one point to another.
Drink Water
Make sure that you drink water during travel. It is easy to become dehydrated, which can cause aches and pains. Bring some water everywhere that you go.
Manage Pain
If you already have chronic pain, manage the symptoms rather than play catch-up. Take your medication as prescribed or take over-the-counter relief before symptoms flare. Also, know your limitations and don’t try to pack in too much during your trip. Do what you can to get good rest when away, too.
Other Tips for How to Prevent Pain While Traveling
Ask our chiropractor for other suggestions to prevent pain during your trip, like the following:
- Elevate your feet when possible
- Wear compression garments and comfortable footwear
- Eat healthy; keep sodium and sugar low
- Don’t drag around a suitcase if you can help it
Going Away? See Our Chiropractor in Livonia First
Schedule an appointment with our provider at Arbor Crossing Chiropractic Life Center, PLC in Livonia, before leaving town on your trip. Arrange an appointment upon your return too, as you may find that your return home leaves you fatigued and stiff. Call today.
Whether you are searching for pain relief without the use of drugs, or you want to fix a sports injury without surgery, we can help you. Dr. Grant Schneider has been serving the areas of Livonia, Westland, Plymouth, and Canton, MI for more than 22 years as a leading chiropractic doctor. He will work with you to treat your neck pain, headaches, sciatica, disc injury, painful joints, and back pain. Contact our office at 734-462-2262 to schedule an appointment.