When you are thinking about taking a trip, there are a few important tips to keep in mind from our team at French Chiropractic in Clarksville and Erin. Body aches and pain can crop up from long hours in the car and the best way to keep on top of them is to make sure that your body is as comfortable as you can get it and make sure that you’re stretching and moving while you travel.
Use Your Body Support Options in The Driver’s Seat
Drivers and front-seat passengers have a lot of options for supporting their bodies in the car. Modern cars have a miraculous array of options that can put your seat in a position that will boost your comfort throughout the drive. Pay special attention to lumbar support: It can make the biggest difference in comfort.
Take a Break While Driving
One of the biggest causes of pain and aches, while you’re driving, is immobility. While driving, most of your body is immobile, letting your muscles and joints settle into a constant position. You’ve probably heard since you were young that you should take a break for 15 minutes every hour you’re driving. Take that advice.
Walk Around in Airports
Most long-distance travel in the modern world is done by airplane, and this means long hours in the airport as well as sitting on the plane. When you’re in the airport it isn’t time to sink into a seat and read a book. Your time in the airport is a good time to walk around and make sure your body stays loose between planes. A word of warning: The airport is not a place to do a full workout routine. The best idea is to keep your movements relatively controlled and small.
Visit Our Chiropractor When You Return
A chiropractic care visit at French Chiropractic when you get back from your trip can help keep your back and joints in top shape and minimize aches and pains from your travel. Call our Clarksville office today at (931) 919-2869 or our Erin office at (931)289-5800. You can also reach us through our website by using our online contact form.