The run up to Christmas can be a stressful time and this can contribute to back pain.
Tone advises that “many of us are stressed and rushing about trying to fit in last minute Christmas shopping, cooking, wrapping presents as well as 101 other jobs. In fact I see more people around Christmas time than at any other time of the year. It is at precisely this time when people are stressed and tired that back pain can strike“
Here are Tone’s top tips on keeping your back safe over the festive season:
- When you are shopping, don’t get weighed down by lots of bags as this is likely to put strain on your back and shoulders. Wearing a back pack is one way of distributing the weight evenly.
- Avoid standing cooking all day as this will also put strain on your lower back. Take some breaks in between and do some stretches to help avoid pain.
- When wrapping Christmas presents use a table rather than kneeling on the floor as leaning forward for long periods can put unnecessary strain on your lower back.
- If you’re cooking a big turkey be careful getting it in and out of the oven – try not to bend and twist as you do so because the weight of the bird may damage your back. Get someone to help you!
- Try and write your Christmas cards in short bursts sitting at a desk rather than writing them all at once and risking repetitive strain injury and neck strain.
Remember that stress is one of the main contributors to back pain so try and take it easy and don’t let things get on top of you.
You can download our FREE app by searching for lucksyardclinic on your app store and find lots of stretches and exercises to keep you fit over the Christmas season.
For more help and advice on how to combat back pain or to find out more about the range of health services on offer at Luck’s Yard clinic contact us on 01483 527945 or visit our website at www.lucksyardclinic.com.
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