Eighty percent of people will experience back pain at some point in their lives. If you are prone to backaches, avoid awkward movements when bending or lifting, pay attention to your posture, and take regular breaks when driving or sitting at the computer.
Tips for preventing back pain:
- Maintain a healthy weight
- Stay active and strengthen your “core”
- Sleep on your side
- Have good posture
- Quit smoking
- Make your workspace back friendly
- Learn to lift correctly
- Do you best to avoid injury/accidents
- Wear flat, comfortable shoes
- Get enough calcium and vitamin D everyday