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Nearly everyone will experience minor back pain or problems in their
lifetime. Nearly all of these problems are preventable if we just take the
time to care for our backs properly. The majority of back stiffness and
chronic back pain can occur while we are sleeping. Along with the purchase
of a Dormia
mattress, apply the following ideas to help prevent back pain.
A DORMIA MATTRESS WILL PROVIDE ALL THE ABOVE BENEFITS... AND MORE! Sitting and Standing A lot of chronic back pain is rooted in poor posture. When sitting, try and choose a firm backed chair. Sit with your buttocks well to the back of the chair and your back will naturally fall properly into the backrest of the chair. When sitting in a chair without a backrest, strive to sit up straight. Drop your shoulders down and bring your chest up, like there is a string coming down from the roof, pulling your chest up. This technique for good posture should also be applied when you are standing. When sitting at a computer, make sure that the monitor is situated directly in front of you. If sitting for a long period of time, get up and stretch often. If standing at a counter for long periods of time it is a good idea to place one foot on a small stool. You should analyze your footwear. Replace running shoes every 6-8 months since they are made from soft materials and flatten after repeated use, causing your foot to lose support, which in turn will cause back problems. Consider buying orthopedic inserts for your shoes, these will aid in proper foot support, reducing back pain. Bending and Lifting Incorrect lifting can cause back pain. Always bend your knees when stooping to pick something up, don't bend at the waist. If you are doing a lot of lifting or physical work one of the best ways to protect your back is to wear a weight lifting belt. This will give your back support when doing activities such as heavy yard work or moving furniture and help to prevent back pain and strain. Exercises It is important to do some strengthening exercises to keep your back muscles strong. Weight lifting and stretching exercises will increase muscle tone and make your back healthier. It is also beneficial to strengthen your abdominal muscles. Having weak abs will cause strain on your back. Consult a doctor before beginning any exercise program and work with a personal trainer to start, so you understand the proper technique. Trainers are often a free service with your membership to a gym or local recreation center. If you follow the tips listed here then you can help alleviate minor problems and back pain and will help you avoid missed days from work, trips to the doctor or chiropractor and stop you from missing out on family play time. Enjoy good health with a Dormia Foam Mattress! Order a Dormia Memory Foam Mattress or Dormia Latex Mattress and look forward to enjoying a good night's sleep every night!
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