Chiropractic Care for Fall Activities

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Chiropractic Care for Fall Activities

• Fall brings crisp weather and it is a favorite
  time of year for many. These pro-chiropractic
  tips for fall will let you enjoy the season
  without worrying about repercussions.

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Love Leaves from Afar

• Fall is when trees shed most of their leaves so
  you will most likely pick up the rake or lift
  heavy bags of lawn clippings when cleaning your
  yard. However, as you do that, try and avoid
  bending to pick up leaves or lifting items that
  are too heavy. Instead, rake leaves onto a tarp
  and haul away without bending. Rake as many
  leaves as you can onto the tarp and pull them to
  the dumpsite. Doing this will take the pressure
  off of your back resulting in less risk of injury.

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Take Breaks

• Since fall is filled with a variety of activities
  and cooler weather, you could find yourself going
  through long hours without ever taking a break.
  While at times it might allow you to finish some
  activities quicker, it might also result in less
  productivity and a health risk. Avoid the urge to
  jump from task to task. Take a break whenever
  possible so as to rejuvenate your strength.

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Warm-Up

• Before you start an activity like raking your
  entire yard, take a 10-minute walk to get your
  muscles moving. Most people encourage stretches,
  but experts have claimed that stretches may
  sometimes do more harm than good. Do not take
  this lightly, this is perhaps the most practical
  of these chiropractic tips.

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Prepare for Pumpkins

• As cooler weather enters the scene, most
  experience a feeling of excitement. The many
  must-do favorites include chili cook-offs,
  hayrides, and corn mazes. However, for most
  families, pumpkin picking and hiking remain at
  the top of the list. Both of these activities can
  cause back pain.
• Selecting a pumpkin from your favorite pumpkin
  patch is always exciting. Many families choose to
  purchase more than just one. More often than not,
  you may prefer a larger pumpkin (or two) which
  can be heavy. Chiropractors suggest the following
  to protect the back when heading to the patch

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Prepare for Pumpkins

• ? Take a wagon- Carrying a wagon (or something
  with wheels) can help prevent you from hauling
  the heavy load across the patch
• ? Lift with the legs- This requires bending at
  the knees, rather than at the waist
• ? Let someone help- Although you may not think
  you need help, it is wise to allow others to help
  lift the heavier pumpkins

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Handle Hiking

• With the scorching summer heat behind us and the
  beauty of fall beginning to show, hiking begins
  to gain steam among friends and families. It is
  important to be prepared prior to begin your
  outdoor adventure. Although hiking can be fun and
  relaxing, it can also be the culprit of back pain
  or ankle sprains. Chiropractors suggest you
  should make certain to pack light, using the
  following tips to protect the back

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Handle Hiking

• ? Choose a good backpack- It is important to
  carry a backpack with two wide, padded shoulder
  straps to even out the load.
• ? Wear comfy shoes- It is vital to wear shoes
  that are already broken in and comfy. Making
  certain your feet are comfortable can prevent
  strain on the back from an unnatural stride.
• ? Stretch before the hike- Any time you are
  preparing to be physically active, it is
  necessary to warm up the body to help prevent
  injury.

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Handle Hiking

• ? Wear Good Footwear- If you have rolled,
  sprained, or broken an ankle in the past, it
  makes sense to wear a tall boot or even pair it
  with an ankle brace to provide additional
  support.
• As you check these items off of your fall
  activities list, make sure to take the
  appropriate measures to protect your back from
  pain.