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How do we most safely use our spine?

In the ideal world our spine would be in perfect alignment without bending, lifting, or twisting. While this dictum could possibly be adhered to by a small minority, the reality is that most of us can, at best, modify how we approach life’s daily requirements.

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In approaching our daily tasks correctly from the spine’s perspective some postural cues are helpful. First, the lower back (lumbar curve) bears much of our weight, while our 12 to 15-pound heads are supported by the cervical spine.  Next, the spine discs should be recognized and appreciated for what they do: shock absorb. As such, wear and tear is likely, the end result being pain by way of leakage of chemicals from within the disc.  The resulting, excessive inflammation irritates nerves driving pain and spasms. To adequately protect the spine from this cascade, avoidance of impact, aligning correctly and strengthening the adjacent muscular structure is paramount.

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