Reduce Risk
You can start improving your back today by using proper body mechanics. Improve your posture by eliminating a forward head position and rounded shoulders. You can also do this simple exercise: Tuck your chin back, squeeze your shoulder blades together, and link your arms behind you while squeezing your shoulder blades together. Hold for a count of five, and repeat several times a day. Exercises like this will increase mobility in your neck and back. They will align your spine, making it easier to stand properly and reducing the chance of future back pain.
The
Spine
To recover and remain
pain-free, follow the
treatment plan your Dr.
Runnels has outlined. Make
sure you have regular
check-ups, and tell Dr.
Runnels if you are not
getting better.
Lifestyle changes are the
best road to wellness. If
you smoke, now is the time
to stop; if you are
overweight, now is the time
to lose weight. Patients who
smoke, are obese, or have
psychological problems have
more problems with recovery
from surgery. Smoking in
particular negatively
impacts the process of
fusion and healing. Take
time to learn, adjust to,
and adopt habits that will
help you preserve your spine
for years to come.
Back problems can be
prevented with some simple
measures:
- Sit and stand properly
- Exercise regularly (aerobic exercise is especially good)
- Attain and maintain a healthy weight
- Stop smoking
- Eat healthy (a well-balanced, low-fat diet rich in fruits and vegetables)
- Lift safely (see tips below)
- Wear a seat belt
- Use proper sports equipment
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Athletic Rehabilitation
Children of every age can suffer from the same things that affect adults. Dr. Runnels can design a wellness program to treat the root causes.
Spinal Adjustment
refers to the process in which the doctor of chiropractic skillfully applies controlled force into one or more "subluxated" vertebrae of the spine.