Back Fact #38 (January
2010): Can driving your car be bad for your back? YES!
If you think about it, your body has to twist and bend in various directions just to get in the car. Then
your low back and hips are forced into a confined space, but your legs and feet need to move frequently. In
addition, the muscles, ligaments and spinal joints of your neck, upper back and shoulders are forced to contract and relax
on a regular basis. This doesn’t even include changing the channel on the radio. So, how do you properly support
your back while driving? First, make sure you take your time getting in and out of your car. Second make
sure your seat is in an upright position. Finally, keep your hands below the level of your shoulders (even
if you have to lower the steering wheel.)
Since 1992 we have been providing superior chiropractic care
to help eliminate the pain and associated symptoms of pinched nerves with the added benefit of relaxation. Also, due to our
long history in Calabasas we are on most insurance plans (including PPO's, EPO's, and HMO's) and have experience with auto,
sport and work related injuries.
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