Back pain is the second leading condition, other than the common cold, that keeps people from going to work. It’s the third most common reason for surgery and the fifth most common cause of hospitalization.  56% of people with reported back pain say symptoms disrupt their daily routines, including sleep and sex.

1. You Don’t Get Enough Physical Activity: Regular physical activity keeps your body strong and functioning better than those who skip their workouts.

2. You’re Not the Healthiest Eater: Foods with harmful toxins cause inflammation, which results in pain concentrated in your most vulnerable areas.

3. Your Mattress Is Unsupportive: Spending hours everynight on an unsupportive mattress will negatively affect your back and your sleep quality.

4. You Ignore the Pain: By ignoring persistent pain, you are setting yourself up for bigger problems down the road.

5. You Hold a Grudge: Unresolved anger, hurt and pain manifests itself in the body – leading to pain.  Let go of the grudge, lower your risk of pain.

There are many causes of back pain, there are also many non-invasive solutions. Acupuncture, chiropractic, stretching, stregthening muscles, maintaining a healthy diet and active lifestyle are just a few ways you can minimize your aches and get back to enjoying life without pain or with a lower risk of flare up.