Thanksgiving Tips for Chiropractic Care

Today is the day when people settle in with friends and family, overeat and relax for a day of football.  It is Thanksgiving, a time of traditions, joy and blessings. However, the holidays can also be a time when our health gets away from us.  Having chiropractic care as part of your self-care routine can prevent many of the health problems the holidays bring.

With so many people traveling at this time of year, you can develop back pain from standing, carrying bags that are too heavy or not balanced and sitting in cramped seats without movement all of which can contribute to the issue.  Visiting the chiropractor regularly can help realign your spine and keep this from happening.

Other things you can do to help keep your back and body in tip-top form while traveling include checking your bags, keeping your carry on light and remembering to lift with your legs, not your back.  Stretch your legs and back as often as possible to help restore circulation to your legs and move as much as possible. Be sure to wear loose comfortable clothing and consider taking some ergonomic support such as a small travel pillow or rolled up towel.

People are also far more likely to exercise less and eat more than they should during this time.  This causes weight gain and lack of flexibility which can lead to joint pain.

If the structure of a joint is not right, it cannot work as it was designed to. A chiropractor helps keep your body aligned and treatment can minimize the stiffness, improving flexibility and reducing pain.  During a chiropractic visit, the chiropractor makes a complete assessment  of your medical history and performs a physical exam of every joint to determine the best treatment for you.  X-rays may also be taken.

Whatever your Thanksgiving plans, regular chiropractic appointments can ensure that your body is functioning so that you can enjoy the holiday with fewer difficulties.  Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and we wish the very best for you and yours!