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The holidays may look different this year, but it is still a time filled with festive cheer. The decorating, shopping, and time spent with loved ones all make this a special time, but all the hustle and bustle can also lead to pain. Pushing yourself beyond your normal limits can make it hard for your body to keep up. We commonly see patients in the winter experience flare-ups from old injuries or new ones appear. Here are our tips to help prevent back strain and pain this holiday season.
Whether putting the star on top of the tree or climbing a ladder to hang lights outside, holiday decorating can lead to pain if you push yourself too hard. Avoid any neck and back issues by taking your time and practicing proper posture. When lifting heavy boxes of decorations, remember to lift with your legs, not with your back and get help with heavy items whenever possible.
There are fewer people traveling this year, but some are still hitting the road or heading to the airport. All those hours spent scrunched up in a small seat and hauling heavy luggage can put a lot of stress on your spine, shoulders, and neck. Whenever you are traveling, be mindful of your posture and try to practice some in-seat stretches. These simple practices can help prevent pain from happening later.
Whether you are holiday shopping at the store or online, be aware of your body. If you head to the mall, wear supportive footwear and avoid carrying heavy bags for too long. If you are shopping online, practice proper posture and avoid slouching over the screen, which can cause neck, shoulder, and back pain.
If chronic or acute pain is a concern for you this holiday season, a chiropractic adjustment at your local Rochelle, IL chiropractor may be the solution. Don’t pay the price of pain and discomfort when a few simple preventative measures can help protect your body from injury so you can enjoy a pain-free holiday season. To get started with chiropractic care, just click here to schedule an appointment at Wills Chiropractic!
The holiday season is a time to eat, drink, and be merry. But if you’re hoping to stay on track with your diet and avoid the temptation to indulge, it can be a challenging time, too. These healthy eating tips offer ways to avoid overeating but still satisfy your taste buds that you can apply well beyond the holidays.
Wrapping gifts can be enough of a challenge as it is, but it can be especially hard if you struggle with lower back pain. But if you know how to wrap gifts in a way that relieves pressure and tension in your back, you can spread holiday cheer and deliver beautifully wrapped gifts even if you’re dealing with a pinched nerve or herniated disc.
