Friday, 28 October 2016

Find New And Better Health Tips At Kent WA Chiropractic Office

By Carmella Isenhour


Looking for some tips to help you stay healthier? Kent Chiropractor team members have put together this list of helpful back and neck safety tips to help you stay safe this holiday season:1. Be mindful of long rides. Travel is a big part of the holiday season and for many that means long hours of sitting in a car, bus, or plane.

Spinal stiffness and pain is the end result. Try to stretch, walk or just stand up and move to prevent the pain and stiffness from setting in. Make sure seat cushions are in good condition, and use a support pillow for your back. These things will help you be comfortable during long periods of sitting.

You may want to consider wearing an adhesive heat patch to help keep muscles loose and help fight off that stiffness for at least part of your travel time.

2. New environments can be dangerous, so be alert. Be sure to check out the room or house and note potential problems before you settle down.

Remember thing are not where they were in your home so trips and falls can be more common when you forget that there's a coffee table by the couch or a throw rug on the bedroom floor. Also be mindful of environmental changes if you are traveling long distances. Rainy weather, or freezing snow and ice can create walking and travel hazards you might not be used to dealing with back home. So just be a little more cautious and move a little slower in your home away from home.

3. Be sure to take along your medical and supply bag when you travel away from home. Include all pain pills and medications. Take along your walker or cane in case you have a problem. Use your back brace if necessary. Be honest with your family or friends and let them know you need to rest a bit when you arrive.

Pampering yourself for the first hour after your long flight or drive can make it so you can better enjoy the rest of the trip so bring what you need to bring and take care of yourself!




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