Spine and Sports Medicine NYC

• Flip Flops - Wear shoes with arch support/sneakers.
• Your Baby - Don’t bend your wrists when picking up your baby.
• Smartphone - When in pain, limit texting or seek medical help.
• Wallet - Don’t sit on it!
• Driving - Sit upright and position your seat properly for good posture.
• Active Video Games - Stretch before you play.
• Cheese - Limit consumption if you are experiencing headaches.
• Watching TV - Don’t be a couch potato! Sit upright.
• One-Strap Bags - Get a roller-bag or backpack.
• Wearing Hats - Keep the hat loose or lose it altogether.
• Smoking - Not surprising… hurry up and quit!
• Strong Scents - Don’t overdo it with the perfume or cologne!
• Alcohol - Limit your intake. Party proper.
• Skipping Meals - Eat healthy and frequently.
• Lifting With Your Back - Learn lifting techniques to avoid back pain.
• Your Workstation - Stop hunching over, move screen to eye level.

Via WebMD “Surprising Reasons You’re In Pain”