{"id":1206,"date":"2023-02-26T17:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-02-26T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hallettsvillechiropractor.com\/blog\/?p=1206"},"modified":"2023-03-08T21:10:37","modified_gmt":"2023-03-08T21:10:37","slug":"spinal-disc-health-101-the-proven-benefits-of-proactive-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hallettsvillechiropractor.com\/blog\/spinal-disc-health-101-the-proven-benefits-of-proactive-care\/","title":{"rendered":"Spinal Disc Health 101: The Proven Benefits of Proactive Care"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\u201cMove it or lose it!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019m not really sure where that started, but it wouldn\u2019t surprise me if the person who originally coined that phrase was a chiropractor\u2026 thinking about spinal disc health and proactive care. Seriously, it seems that so many of us just don\u2019t realize movement can and is often the best medicine for the spine!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Did you know that our spinal discs actually don\u2019t have a good blood supply running to and through them to help keep them healthy? It\u2019s actually movement – yes, movement – that drives the intake of the vital fluids, oxygen, and nutrients that our discs need to maintain their optimal structure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Bottom Line:
<\/strong>Absolutely no one has time for back pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After all, not many things can sideline you like a nagging, persistent, seemingly ever growing pain in and around your spine – you know, the core structure of your body that holds you upright and allows you to bend, twist, and move!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every day, those tiny but mighty discs between the bones of your spine are absorbing the stress related to gravity, your posture, and your movement patterns. Over time, this stress can cause wear and tear to your discs that can become painful when left unchecked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps that\u2019s why another chiropractor coined the saying \u201cYou\u2019re only as old as your spine.\u201d It\u2019s one we certainly use frequently being the go-to chiropractor for herniated discs in Lavaca County, TX.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A strong spine fortified with strong spinal discs will help you keep that back pain at bay. And the good news is that spinal disc health and proactive care go hand in hand. There are a few key ways you can keep your discs healthy from the comfort of your own home\u2026 starting today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why it Matters:
<\/strong>Not surprisingly, movement and exercise are perhaps the best ways to approach spinal disc health and proactive care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s really no wrong way to get your daily dose of movement, but you will want to do what you can to ensure you\u2019re moving well. After all, you don\u2019t want to trade one type of back pain for another!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spinal Disc Health and Proactive Care
<\/strong>Each day, try to stay active, move your spine through its full range of motion, and, as always, be cautious about sitting for hours on end. If you do have to sit for long periods, try to change positions every 15 minutes. If you have to work at a computer for hours at a time and you have the option, use a standing desk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These small steps can help both reduce stress on your discs and engage the small muscles supporting your spine \u2013 both of which are essential for disc health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, when it comes to spinal disc health and proactive care, you must always mind your posture. The combination of inactivity and long periods in an unbalanced posture can wreak havoc on your spinal discs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are a few other easy adjustments you can make to proactively protect your discs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n