Alberta’s Chiropractors Are Asking Everyone to Straighten Up and Move this World Spine Day
Alberta College and Association of Chiropractors
October 16 marks World Spine Day – a day when we recognize the incredible power of the spine. Your spine is important. It’s what connects your arms, legs and head to the rest of your body. So, it’s important to keep it healthy. With so many people living increasingly sedentary lifestyles – at their jobs, at school and at home – we’re seeing postural issues developing earlier in life, especially with growing reliance on technology.
Many spine problems are the result of poor posture stemming from poor body mechanics developed while doing everyday activities ? like hunching over tablets, lifting children, slouching on the couch or carrying groceries. Workplace stresses, like sitting at a computer all day or performing tasks that require a lot of bending forward and lifting, can cause additional issues.
Introducing a daily stretching program to develop and maintain a healthy spine is important for everyone. A public education program from Alberta’s chiropractors, Straighten Up Alberta, is a perfect way to introduce just a few minutes of stretching into your regular activities. The Straighten Up program can be used by almost anyone in any setting to strengthen
posture to improve spinal health. More details can be found at www.straightenupalberta.com. In addition to the website, watch for a new free app being launched by Canada’s chiropractors for this year’s World Spine Day!
When you lead a healthier, more active lifestyle, you actually enhance your ability to achieve, perform and feel better about yourself physically, mentally and emotionally. And who doesn't want to feel better, move better or live better?
