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GARDNENING WITHOUT BACK PAIN!!!

Contributed by: Dr. Kevin M. Nightingale on 6/19/2007

PLANT AND RAKE WITHOUT THE ACHE!!!!!

As the weather gets warmer we all head outdoors and begin cleaning our yards and planting our gardens. Consequently, a significant number of chiropractors find themselves treating an increased number of patients as the weather gets warmer. Yard and garden work are the most common sources of back and neck pain and chiropractors often find discussing preventative measures such as the importance of stretching and correct lifting techniques with patients who are outdoor enthusiasts.

Raking, lifting, digging, kneeling, planting - this is enough activity to challenge any athlete. Gardening and yard work may not be Olympic sports, but they are strenuous physical activities. As the weather gets warmer many chiropractors indicated that working in the garden and yard were the most common sources of neck and back pain they treat during the warm weather season.
To help you enjoy the fruits of your labor during this yard and gardening season, you should keep these recommendations and tips in mind:

Stretch out before you head out. Light to moderate gardening can burn between 300 to 400 calories an hour, compared to the 40 calories an hour while sitting quietly. So take the time to prepare your body for activity, always warm-up and cool down your muscles. Add a short walk and you'll have topped off your routine with overall conditioning. Now you're ready for your open-air workout!

Use good technique while lifting. Keep the load close to your body, your back straight and bend your knees while picking up and putting down the load. Avoid twisting, and get a buddy to give a hand with heavy, awkward loads.

Use the right tools and moves.The right moves can reduce the strain on your body; alternate your tasks, kneel to plant and weed, change positions frequently and most importantly pace yourself. Moving correctly and using the right tools go hand-in-hand. Work with ease in your garden and yard, always make sure that tools are a comfortable weight and size for you. There are many ergonomically designed tools which are light-weight with long padded handles and spring action mechanisms which can reduce strain and effort.

You've completed a gold medal performance, take a break! Get-up, move around, alternate tasks, repeat your stretch routine or sit back, relax and have a cool drink. Try not to overexert yourself, and take three brief breaks at least once every hour. Give yourself a breather... Your back will thank you!

If you have back, neck or muscle pain, visit a chiropractor. Chiropractic care is a highly skilled manual treatment carried out by trained professionals.Chiropractors play an important role in providing preventative education and early detection of spinal problems, as well as providing expert care for back, neck, muscle, joint pain and injuries.

LONG-TERM IMPLICATIONS OF IMPROPER GARDENING TECHNIQUES

 Chiropractors have long recognized that strenuous physical activity like raking, hoeing, lifting, digging, and planting associated with gardening and yard work is good exercise, but can be a hazard to your spinal health. These activities can lead to injury if performed incorrectly or for a prolonged period of time.

Improper gardening techniques can:
 • cause repetitive strain injuries of the back, neck, shoulder, and hands.
• lead to degenerative joint and disk problems and herniated disks in the lower back.
• cause sprain/strain injuries to muscles throughout the body, but especially those in the lower back muscles.
• cause wear and tear on joints and muscles.
• lead to re-occurring or chronic pain, decreased quality of life and independence.

This information is provided in addition to their recommendations of chiropractic care as appropriate.For more information on how to avoid, manage and treat back pain, please contact :

Dr. Kevin M. Nightingale
Nightingale Chiropractic & Wellness
154 Plaza Dr. (Dash's Plaza @ Hopkins & Klein)
Williamsville, NY 14221
(716)-204-0784
KevinNightingale@gmail.com





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