Why would I post anything with a title like that?

My job as a doctor is not only to treat patients who are in pain, but its also to educate everyone on how they can be healthier and avoid pain.

Here is a list of things that you can do to prevent back pain:

• Maintain a healthy diet and weight. (Falls in Line with A New Year,  A New Healthier You)
• Remain active—under the supervision of your doctor
• Avoid prolonged inactivity or bed rest. (Inactivity decreases blood flow and causes muscles to tighten further)
• Warm up before exercising or other physical activities, such as gardening, running, snow shoveling, etc.... Ok, maybe not in Louisiana but definitely in Indiana
• Maintain proper posture during all activities
• Wear comfortable, properly fitted shoes during exercise
• Sleep on appropriate bedding
• When lifting items engage your core and use your hip/buttocks more than knees or back, keep the object close to your body, and do not twist when lifting.
• Quit smoking. Smoking impairs blood flow, resulting in oxygen and nutrient deprivation to spinal tissues.
• Work with your doctor of chiropractic to ensure that your computer workstation is ergonomically correct.

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