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It’s finally here! Summer holidays and a chance to be with the family having fun and relaxation together.We are going to give some tips on common holiday aches and pains and how to manage them.
Kind regards,
Holiday Beds and Pillows
So, you go on holiday and find to your dismay that the bed is rock hard and the pillows are desperately uncomfortable! If the bed is very hard, try lying on an extra duvet for a bit of cushioning. For pillows, if one pillow is too low and two is like lying on a huge incline, try folding a towel into an inch thick pad and putting it under just one pillow to get the correct height.
If you are holidaying in the UK, a great tip is to pack your own pillow! Some of our patients even pack a mattress topper to ensure they get a comfy holiday bed.
If you do suffer from a bad back or neck on holiday – just email us from abroad and we can book a recovery appointment for when you return! 🙂
Pain from Less Activity and Sunbathing Posture
Just by changing routine and doing less on holiday, it can cause a bit of back ache. Try to get up regularly and go for walks, maybe do some yoga if the hotel offers it and just generally keep gently moving. Swimming is also great for movement to counterbalance periods of inactivity. If you are sunbathing, just be aware that lying on your tummy on sun loungers or the beach can be quite stressful on the lower back. Prolonged back extension can cause the facet joints in the spine to compress together and fatigue the spinal muscles. When sunbathing, try to fold a towel into a pad and place it under your belly to give the lower spine some support.
Back Pain From Lifting
All too often, back pain starts just from lifting suitcases into cars or off conveyor belts at the airport. Remember to engage your abdominal muscles before lifting and bend your legs. Avoid twisting and torsion when lifting to safeguard the spine.
If you have a history of lumbar disc problems, then politely ask someone to grab your bag for you 🙂
Have the Most Wonderful Holiday!
If you need our help and would like to book an appointment, Please Call: 02089776396
If you have aches and pains, don’t wait, just call the clinic and come in and we will be able to diagnose the problem.
You can email info@osteopathuk.co.uk or call 02089776396
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