Have you ever noticed how your back pain flares up during stressful times? Stress to the body can be in the form of emotional, physical or chemical stress or all of the above to varying degrees.
Most people who are under stress and don’t manage it effectively, tend to sleep poorly, have a poor diet and get little exercise. Add stress-related muscle tightness to the mix and back problems can result.
The body can cope with a certain amount of stress without too many consequences, however, the more ‘stress’ you experience, the more likely your body will break down.
1. Make time for yourself – perform simple breathing exercises, take a yoga class, meditate. Figure out what helps you relax and make sure you make time for it.
2. Reach out – having a good support system is very important for your stress levels. Reaching out and talking to others can lift your mood and help you handle stressful situations better.
3. Organise – try to take things one step at a time so you don’t feel overwhelmed. Keeping organised and setting yourself some realistic goals will help you feel more in control.
Our Liverpool Chiropractor can help you with fast, effective pain relief and we can help you establish a good exercise routine to help keep you pain free. Please contact us today to see how we can help you.
