Back pain can seem like an inevitable problem associated with old age; however, we have more control over it then it seems. A change in daily activity as well as an increase in awareness can make the difference between a daily discomfort and life with a straight spine.
An absence of mind is the biggest cause of back pain. Individuals go about there daily routine without thinking and putting the mind on auto-pilot is dangerous. Movements do not have to be exaggerated or include an object; simple tasks like doing the dishes can lead to back problems if your back is not ready for it. It is critical to keep the core muscles engaged, and just making a conscious effort to be aware of what is going on will help a ton to eliminate unnecessary back strain throughout the day. Secondly, and this goes along with the first, is to be aware of improper lifting. Lifting heavy objects incorrectly can bend the spine out of shape.
Bend your knees and keep your back straight. Don't bend at your waist. There is a technique when lifting objects. It is imperative to keep the object close to the body, the further away it is, the more strain is placed on the back. Bend at the knees, not at the waist. Never hold something higher than the armpit or lower than the waist. It is also important not to carry anything too heavy! Everyone is a culprit of the third most common way to develop back problems: sitting and more sitting. In our present-day society, we wake up, sit and eat breakfast, sit in a car, sit at work, come home and sit down to watch TV and eat dinner. All the sitting does wear down the discs in the back. The best thing to do is get up and move every twenty to thirty minutes. We are going to sit, so when we do, keep the feet flat on the floor, and keep the spine as straight as possible.
It is needless to say that nobody wants to have back pain, so it is critical to take precautions against it. A major way to decrease the chances of experiencing back problems is to exercise often and keep the back muscles strong. Making sure to stay fit and maintaining a healthy weight is important to give the back the support it needs.
Secondly, to have strong bones, it is necessary to get enough calcium and vitamin D every day. Lastly, by paying attention to posture and avoiding heavy lifting, we are avoiding unnecessary strain on the back muscles and spine. Just by maintaining awareness of weight, diet, and daily activities, we can prevent unnecessary back strain. In the unfortunate event that one does experience the horrors of back pain, he or she may choose to go to chiropractic where the doctor will experiment with three different treatments;
The first is spinal manipulation. This is a type of manual manipulation where the chiropractic uses high-velocity, short lever arm thrust that is applied to abnormal vertebra. The intention is to improve functionality and reduce nerve irritability. It is sometimes referred to as "chiropractic adjustment."
The second method that chiropractors may use is the mobilization technique. Chiropractic mobilization refers to the low-velocity movement and stretching of the muscles and joints to increasetion in these areas.
If all else fails, The Activator Method Chiropractic Technique is used. This is a type of technology that uses a spring-loaded, its hand-held mechanical instrument called an Activator Adjusting Instrument that provides a quick, low-force impulse at particular points. All three methods can be avoided by taking care of ourselves.
Back pain is a serious problem, and it critical to avoid it. By taking care of the back and spinal cord by exercising and maintaining caution around heavy objects, everyone can live a comfortable life without the struggles of an uncomfortable back.