SOMA Living August 2024

FROM THE DOCTOR HOW TO PREVENT DAILY NECK PAIN Waking up with neck pain can quickly set a negative tone for your day. You barely get out of bed before the pain threatens to disrupt your day. How can you prevent morning neck pain? ASSESS YOUR PILLOW: Pillows support your neck while you sleep. A pillow should follow the natural curve of your spine, cradling your head and reducing pressure on your neck. Choose a pillow based on your body type and preferred sleeping position. REVISE YOUR BEDTIME ROUTINE: Before getting into bed, perform stretching exercises to relax your muscles. Avoid reading in bed with multiple pillows supporting you and your neck bent. PRIORITIZE SLEEP: Establish a consistent sleep schedule to help your body relax and improve sleep quality. MAINTAIN A REGULAR EXERCISE ROUTINE: Exercise not only enhances physical fitness but also promotes better sleep. We recommend exercises tailored to your body structure and lifestyle after reviewing digital films with you. LIMIT SCREEN TIME: Power down your phone before bed and keep screens off until morning. Taking a break from electronic devices at night can benefit your sleep. ADDRESS DAILY STRESSORS: Daily stressors can impact neck and back pain. Physical, chemical, and emotional stresses affect your spine’s structure. Physical stressors may result from lack of exercise, poor posture, or untreated injuries. Chemical stressors can include dehydration, poor diet, or alcohol consumption. Emotional stressors encompass thoughts, grief, anger, relationships, or work-related stress. Our comprehensive treatment programs can aid in neck pain recovery, ensuring you wake up refreshed and prepared for the day.

Meet the Natural Pain Relievers at South Orange Chiropractic Center Moving people from pain to wellness. Dr. Stephen Levine • Dr. Mark Roczey • Dr. Michael Chapman 60 First Street, South Orange, NJ 07079 973-761-0022 Go to SouthOrangeChiropractic.com to download our FREE E-book on Health and Wellness

Stephen Levine D.C. South Orange Chiropractic Center SouthOrangeChiropractic.com Phone: 973.761.0022

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