Preventing Spinal Injuries

Preventing a Spinal Injury Is Easier Than Healing From One

When you are trying to avoid spinal injuries an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

Use these pre-workout tips adapted from the American Chiropractic Association to help prevent a spinal problem before it starts.

•	Take time to warm up slowly before working out or any exercise activity.
•	Increase your heart rate with calisthenics, flexibility exercises, or light running.
•	When you start to break a sweat, your body is at the correct temperature to stretch tendons and muscles.