Back Pain Linked to Stress
Did you know that stress is a leading cause of illness? Stress can cause anxiety, depression and even sleep difficulties. It can also trigger physical pain, especially in the back. Our emotions can cause muscle tension, affecting the function of our spine. Back pain often results from this mind-body connection.
If neglected, back pain can become chronic. Which in turn limits our ability to engage in physical activities. The resulting social isolation can produce depression, adding still more stress, becoming a vicious cycle.
What’s the best way to reduce emotional, physical and chemical stress? For starters, be grateful. Look for the silver lining in difficult circumstances. Journal your thoughts. Talk to a trusted friend. Exercise and take time to relax. Breathe deeply, improve your diet and of course, get adjusted. Chiropractic care can help reduce nervous system tension, improving your ability to tolerate stress.
How to Banish Your Inner Slouch Potato
Like brushing your teeth and getting adequate exercise, standing up straight is essential for a happy and healthy life. But from time to time, we’re all guilty of slouching, drooping or sitting hunched over our computer. Consider these five tips for better posture and optimum spinal health.
1. Avoid leaning into your computer, which often results in forward head posture. Instead, increase the font size if you find yourself squinting and make sure the screen is level with your eyes.
2. Stay hydrated. When you have back or leg pain, your posture can be compromised. Hydrated tissue heals faster than dehydrated tissue.
3. Keep moving. Exercise each day and avoid sitting for long periods of time.
4. Build self-confidence. Your posture is the first thing others notice, influencing your confidence and energy level.
5. Can’t figure out why you’re a slouch potato? Determine the underlying cause with chiropractic care.
Jul 07, 2019 at 4:29 PM
Posture is the first thing noticed as another human being comes in contact with you. When it is ok or reasonable, you never really notice and just go on about your interaction with the person.( much like a good referee in a sporting event, you don't notice the quality of the refereeing until the event is over if the ref has done a great job) However if the person has a forward neck or slumping shoulders or walks with an uneven stride, your subconscious banks the knowledge right away and there is a concern for them that “ I am hoping that does not develop into a problem .. later for them. Using the neck roll', taking deep breaths and getting into light workout stretching daily can go along way to controlling gravity versus gravity controlling you!