Expert tips on how to avoid chronic back pain

A sedentary lifestyle puts a lot of strain on our spinal discs and back muscles which has led to Indians across age groups increasingly struggling with back pain It is becoming clear that precautions need to be taken in order to prevent any longterm complicationsSeveral reasons like sports injuries excessive stress over flexible joints and congenital spinal problems can cause chronic back pain among children and teenagers Additionally substance abuse too can cause adolescents to experience back pain According to several recent studies it has been found that adolescents who smoke cigarettes drink alcohol and are suffering from mental health conditions like depression and anxiety are likely to suffer from back pain more frequently For instance 1415yearolds who consume alcohol and smoke tobacco experience back pain more than once a week than those who rarely or never had painThis combination of back pain along with unhealthy habits also creates longterm complications in adulthood The use of toxic substances in early adolescence increases the risk of substance abuse and mental health problems in adulthood and makes the developing brain more susceptible to the negative influences of these substances which also has consequences on our spineChronically poor posture during adolescence in rare cases can stretch the ligaments and can give rise to curved or slightly humped back called kyphosis In a few cases back pain can also indicate the emergence of unrelated problems to the spine such as Kidney problems that can cause lower back pain problems on either side of the spine In certain rare cases back pain can also be caused by a tumour Therefore we share a few tips that can help you maintain spinal health and can prevent back painMaintain a good posturePeople who work long hours on their computers usually slouch a lot which puts pressure on their back muscles spine and neck and causes pain Similarly the ones who are on their mobile phones often lie on their stomachs with their necks arched upwards which can lead to spine damage Hence maintaining an upright posture in alignment with the neck and the lower back and following the correct desktop monitor or laptop level can prevent damage to their spinesTaking short breaksTaking short and frequent breaks can help in reducing both workrelated mental stress as well as the physical stress on our spines Sitting in one position for extended hours is unhealthy and can worsen back pain Thus movement while working for longer periods is recommended as it can strengthen the muscles and nervesExerciseOur sedentary jobs weaken our trunk core and lumbar muscles and spine and cause back pain Exercises like partial crunches bridge hamstring stretches kneetochest cat stretch and shoulder and neck rolls can help restore the fluidity of our muscles joints and spinal discs and can alleviate the painRegular brisk walking too is an easytodo and effective way to relieve back and spine pain Walking and exercising can also help in reducing weight increasing blood flow to the muscles of the spine and raising the oxygen and nutrient levels in the blood which rejuvenates the muscles and relieves painAdopting a balanced dietAvoid fatty foods and consuming plenty of water can also help you avoid back and spine problems Consuming lowfat calcium and proteinrich diets that are filled with essential minerals can help you in keeping your weight in check and can reduce the overall pressure on your spineOur spine is a marvel of engineering that consists of a series of vertebrae which extend from the skull to the small back enclosing the spinal cord and providing support for our thorax and abdomen It comprises basic structures such as vertebrae disks cervical spine thoracic spine lumbar spine and coccyx which are held erect to provide balance to our body Living in constant pain for a longer period can have a debilitating impact on the quality of life for many patients Even the simple daily chores will seem like a huge task When the pain becomes persistent even after months of conventional treatments So let us pledge this world spine day that we will take care of our spine and take steps that can help us in leading a healthy lifeAlso ReadUK Study finds that young working professionals are at high risk of strokeThis story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed agencies Midday accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability trustworthiness reliability and data of the text Midday managementmiddaycom reserves the sole right to alter delete or remove without notice the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever