Tips to avoid Pain and Inflammation

Original Article @ David Ogdens Blog

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Now that winter has past, its time to get out and about but take care not to overdo things and cause additional aches and pains.

Most of us haven't mowed the lawn, planted bulbs, or gone for a bicycle ride during the winter months. Starting a lawn mower or weed whacker can stress the back and shoulders, putting you out of commission for days, weeks, or longer. As satisfying as gardening is, kneeling and pulling and digging for hours on end can stress muscles and the spine in ways it hasn't seen since last year; and you'll be very unhappy the next day if you overdo it.

Furthermore, those sunny and warm days may have you excited about your new fitness routine, but too many of us will jump in headfirst and pay the price.

One key to caring for your body is hydration. Not only can drinking plenty of water protect you from heat-related illness, but also there's the fact that your body is mostly water. Spinal discs are typically 70, 80, even 90% water! Drinking plenty of pure water can save you spinal problems by protecting your back. The discs of your spine space the bones, and well-hydrated discs means plenty of room for delicate nerve roots to your muscles, allowing your frame to function at its peak potential. How's that for an inexpensive way to care for your body?

Athletes commonly warm up for up to an hour before their events; and you should consider the wisdom inherent in easing into activity. If you're going to sweat and strain, consider a gentle 5-minute walk first. If you're going to bend forward a lot, try "depressurizing" your spinal discs by gently bending backwards a few times. If your activity will involve your shoulders, very gently put them through an active range of motion for a few minutes before you start pulling and straining at those weeds. Let your joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons warm up to your tasks, and you may save yourself a lot of heartache.

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