5 Daily Habits To Stop Back Pain By Vien007 On Health Tips

5 Daily Habits To Stop Back Pain (JUNE 8^TH)

Ijoda, yup! Dancing is good, to run to exercise, they are all good, but what about driving? Did you know it’s a form of exercise especially when you are in Lagos traffic (Insert Horn here), yeah in Lagos traffic for hours, but the sad part of doing all I’ve mentioned and others which I’m yet to say is, it could lead to back pain, Although determining the cause of back pain can be complicated, preventing pain is actually quite simple. It's all about relieving pressure, reducing strain, protecting the spine, and strengthening the muscles says Dr. Femi a medical practitioner and a good friend of mine. He says simply changing a few daily habits could make the difference in maintaining a healthy, pain-free back for the short and long term. Haven said that welcome, this is City health tips with me, Vien and today on the show I shall share with you 5 daily Habits to stop Back pain.

1. Up Your Calcium and Vitamin D Intake

 

Yup!Strong bones can help prevent osteoporosis, one of the most common causes of back pain later in life, particularly for women. Keep the bones in your spine strong by consuming plenty of calcium and vitamin D, where can you get the calcium from? It’s from milk, yogurt, leafy greens, or vitamin supplements. However, always consult your doctor before taking any kind of supplement.

2. Change Your Shoes

You don’t believe this right, but comfortable, low-heeled shoes are best bets when you talk about back pain prevention as they reduce the strain on the back while standing. Sorry ladies( add awww, spoilers alert)—pumps with less than a one-inch heel are the best bet for your back.

3. Mingle

Who knew to mingle helps relieve back pain? Whether you are at an office party or a bar for happy hour( Oshay) , avoid sitting in an awkward position or standing in one place. Instead, move around the room. This prevents undue pressure on the spine, a result of standing in one place for too long. So let’s mingle, Hi Lazim

4. Lighten Your Load

Ah remember I didn’t talk much about the other things that can cause back pain, well the major other thing that can cause Back pain is frequent improper or heavy lifting, but it doesn't happen only to those lifting heavy boxes on the job. Carrying a bulky laptop bag like Bella rose, suitcase like Oscar, camera like shola shosleek, or even load of groceries like chinkky  chinasia could also cause a sudden strain on the back. Whenever possible, take some weight off your shoulders ( INSERT :Get that dirt of ya shoulders ) No Lazim I said weight “literally” off ya shoulder not dirt, by carrying less, distributing the weight to both sides of the body, or shifting the weight from shoulder to shoulder, it will give each side a rest. For heavier loads, such as bags of groceries or boxes of files, consider using a rolling cart or bag with wheels, hello! That’s why at the mall you get the rolling cart duh. 

5. Stretch

(Insert Breath Stretch Shake It) Standing, sitting, or lying down in one place for an extended amount of time may be a necessary part of life, but it is not healthy for your back. Relieve the strain of the day whenever you can by getting up, walking around, and doing some simple stretches. This will help keep the blood flowing through the bones and muscles of your back and ease away any strains or aches caused by inactivity. 

BONUS TIP OF THE 5 HABBITS TO CULTIVATE TO EASE BACK PAIN WILL BE SHARED TOMORROW ON MYTH BUSTING TUESDAY EDITION OF CITY HEALTH TIPS

That’s all on City Health Tips Today, The Dr’s In The Studio have move to say on Doctors orders coming up next, my name remains Vien, talk to you tomorrow, bye for now

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