This article on CNN written by Dr. Kenneth Hansraj reminds us of the things that we need to do to take better care of our spine:
Here are some techniques mentioned:
- Maintain good posture. Notice how you use your smartphone and the neck strain that comes with frequent phone. When you observe proper posture, you are also lessening spinal stress.
- Exercise your joints using simple stretches. Do neck stretches, a series of neck bends, and shoulder exercises. You can also lift light weights and practice yoga to further stretch your joints and help improve your posture.
- Notice how (and how long) you sleep. Lack of sleep contributes to neck and back pains so strive to get a complete 6-8hr of sleep each night. Also pay attention to how you sleep. The best position that relaxes the spine is sleeping on your side.
Article source article here: http://edition.cnn.com/2013/05/01/health/hansraj-spine/