Do You Spend Too Much Time Sitting?

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As your local chiropractor, we treat many patients seeking relief for low back pain and it is often related to too much sitting. With work from home, back to school, and remote learning, it’s more important than ever to learn about the risks of oversitting. Here’s what you need to know about how prolonged sitting can impact your health and what Healthy Life Chiropractic can do to help.

The Issue with Oversitting

When you sit, strain and stress are put on your spine – especially the lower part of your spine. If you’re not sitting with proper posture and support for your lower back, hips, legs, and arms, then it can cause discomfort and pain. Combine that with extended periods of time sitting that does damage to your internal organs and circulation, and you can face poor spinal health and overall health, too.

Reduce the Impact

Too much sitting done every day can post a serious threat to your health. Some health experts have even compared sitting for too long every single day to smoke – it is that bad for your overall health! If you want to take on oversitting, then here are a few habits to start practicing:

  • Take breaks – Small breaks throughout the day can be beneficial for both your physical and mental health. Set an alarm to remind yourself to get up at least once an hour for a short walk to get your blood moving and bring fresh oxygen and nutrients throughout your body.

  • Stretch – We are happy to suggest some easy stretches you can do while at your desk to ease the impact that too much sitting can have on your spine.

  • Change positions frequently – Whether it’s changing position in your seat or standing up to work for some time, make sure to change positions often. Otherwise, your muscles may become fatigued and your posture can worsen.

Your spinal health impacts your health and wellness, and Healthy Life Chiropractic can help promote a healthy spine. To learn more about how your local Newnan, GA chiropractor can help improve your health and prevent the negative effects of oversitting, click here to request an appointment.

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"I was experiencing a lot of pain in my feet following the birth of my son. I was diagnosed with plantar fasciitis in both feet. After seeing my PCP and being prescribed anti-inflammatory medication, I looked into the benefits of Chiropractic care. I was in so much pain from the plantar fasciitis that is because difficult for me to walk. I was unable to carry my newborn and walk because I was concerned for his safety. As part of my care plan, custom orthotics were recommended. Within days of receiving my orthotics I had a reduction in my pain. Regular Chiropractic visits and my orthotics have allowed me to be able to care for my son again!"

- Erica Payne

"I worked for Wal-Mart for 20 years walking on hard floors 10 hours a day. I felt a horrible pain in my right hip/buttocks area and could not bend or walk. My sister did a little research and recommended Healthy Life Chiropractic- They do EVERYTHING! After the first treatment, the pain was gone! After being educated on my problems, they worked on my whole body and it feels 100% better. I have never been a good sleeper, but I am sleeping much better and get up in the morning ready to go! I have never felt better!"

- Michael Chambers

"My daughter came in to see Dr. Rob for possible curve in her spine. She was officially diagnosed with scoliosis after her evaluation. As parents, we were having a hard time wrapping out heads around what that meant for our beautiful 8 year old girl. Dr. Rob, Dr. Tina, and the whole staff at Healthy Life Chiropractic have been phenomenal! After 2 months of treatment- regular adjustments and exercises- we are seeing a huge improvement! Her hips are aligned now, her feet meet properly, and she is feeling better all around. We haven’t retaken her x-rays yet- not until we’ve done treatment for a whole year- but based off our experience, and results we’ve seen so far, I am confident that her curve has not gotten worse and has probably even improved!"

- Margaret Wearne

"I began my chiropractic care in October 2017 because of increased pain and decreased mobility in my left hip that had gotten increasingly worse over the previous 4-5 months. I love that I have been able benefit from whole body treatment that in turn has almost completely taken away the issues I was experiencing with my hip. I am so grateful for feeling good again and I highly recommend Healthy Life for your chiropractic care and total life wellness."

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"I have been a patient at Healthy Life Chiropractic for over 3 years! After driving several hundred miles a week and spending time on the computer for work, I not only get regular adjustments, I utilize the massage therapists as well. I've recently begun using, with success, Standard Process supplements and Doterra Essential Oils. I appreciate the holistic approach to care by all of the staff at Healthy Life!"

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"I have been coming to Healthy Life Chiropractic for over a year now. The treatments I receive give me such a relief of stress. The personnel is a big part of my relief. They are terrific and very professional. Dr. Tina is very educated in her field. Between treatments and supplements, I am feeling much better. I would, and have, recommend Dr. Tina to my friends." 

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