OL must read: Ten great tips for spinal health care

A healthy spine can not only make you look more upright, but also relieve you from the distress of back pain. Here are ten ways to keep yourself healthy and away from illness.

1. When standing

When we stand, our spine bears all of our weight, so our standing posture is very important. A normal spine has a certain curvature. Keeping and maintaining this normal curvature can reduce the pressure on the spine, thereby alleviating back pain.

When we need to stand for a long time, we can take turns putting one foot on a footstool about 20-30 cm high to reduce the pressure on the back.

2. When sitting or standing

White-collar ladies spend most of their time sitting on chairs at work, so sitting posture is very important. When sitting, the back must be supported by the chair back. It is best if the chair back has a slightly protruding arc to support the back.

In addition, you can place your knees slightly higher than your hips to reduce the pressure on your spine. Do not maintain a posture for more than an hour and then move your body slightly, which can also help improve your back health.

3. When taking items from heights

When reaching for items placed high up, always stand on a footstool to reduce the possibility of spinal injury.

4. When moving things

Please remember to push as much as possible and pull less. When you are ready to push something use your arms and feet to initiate the pushing force.

5. When lifting heavy objects

When you need to lift a heavy object, half-kneel on one foot and keep your body as close to the object as possible. Keep your back straight and remember to use the strength of your feet to reduce the pressure on your back.

6. When moving items

When carrying items, it is easier to carry them in two small bags rather than one large bag, and try to keep items close to your body to reduce the pressure on your spine.