More and more Australians are suffering from spinal related health problems than ever before. In fact spinal problems affect millions of Australians and account for $4.6 billion of the nation's total health expenditure.
One of the major reasons for these problems is our sedentary lifestyles. Be it at work, at school or in the car we spend lots of time in seated postures that create stress on our spines. In order to improve your spinal health and reduce the risk of spinal problems the Straighten up Australia exercises produced by the Chiropractic Association of Australia can be of great benefit.
These exercises are designed to provide people with a simple and effective daily exercise program to improve posture and prevent spinal health problems. This simple routine helps to normalise posture, stabilise core muscle groups, enhance health and prevent spinal disability.
Straighten Up Australia encourages all Australians young and old to adopt a simple three-minute exercise program as part of their daily routine. This is the same amount of time we spend cleaning our teeth.
These exercises are also great to do as a group. Be it a work or school group these exercises can be done at the start of the day, or maybe at some stage during the day to help unwind some of the stress created by our prolonged seated postures.
To find out more, visit www.straightenupaustralia.com.au to download the exercise program, or to call the Association toll free 1800 075 003 for more information.
Dr Brett Hill's top 5 tips for maintaining spinal health.
1. Use the Straighten Up Australia exercise routine for spinal health and flexibility.
2. Ensure that you are drinking enough water so that your spine is properly hydrated.
3. Try not to sit for any periods longer than 20 minutes.
4. Where possible minimise emotional stressors that will cause tension in your spine.
5. If you have any concerns about your spinal health, get checked by a Chiropractor.
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