What to do if spinal degeneration occurs?

The spine is a very important foundation for people's health, because the spine can support most of the body's functions. People's various movements need to be supported by the spine, otherwise people will not have the ability to stand, walk, jump, etc. Spinal diseases are very common diseases in life. For example, spinal degeneration is one of the major diseases that affect people's health. Let's take a look at what to do about spinal degeneration?

1. Rest on a hard bed

People with lumbar degeneration should pay attention to lying on a hard bed to rest. Especially when some symptoms appear, such as soreness or slight pain in the waist, you need to stop what you are doing and lie on a hard bed to rest. Resting can relieve the pain caused by spasms in the muscles around the spine.

2. Maintain a correct sitting posture

People with lumbar degeneration should pay attention to the correct sitting posture in daily life. When walking, you should keep your head up, chest out, and abdomen in. The abdominal muscles will help support the waist. When sitting, it is best to choose a chair with an appropriate height and armrests, and make sure your body is at an appropriate distance from the table. When sitting, keep your knees and hips at the same level, lean your body as close to the chair back as possible, and it is best to put a cushion under your waist. When standing, try to keep your waist flat and straight, and don't hunch.

3. Change body positions frequently

People with lumbar degeneration should avoid maintaining the same posture or sitting for a long time. After standing for a while, you can put one foot on the pedal, put your hands in front of your body, and lean your body slightly forward. People who work at a desk for long periods of time can participate in some physical exercises during breaks to avoid muscle strain in the waist and back. Women should not stand or walk in high heels for a long time.

4. It will save energy and avoid injuries

People with lumbar degeneration should pay attention to the principle of saving force. For example: when standing and lifting heavy objects, they should be higher than the elbows; avoid hyperextension of your knees and hips; when squatting and lifting objects, keep your back straight and avoid bending; when carrying heavy objects, you can drag them instead of pulling them. Ask others to help carry heavy objects if necessary.

5. Take some protective measures

People with lumbar degeneration, especially those who do high-intensity labor, can wear a wide belt to protect the waist muscles and protect their lumbar spine while working.