How to Protect your Back While Traveling

How to Protect your Back While Traveling

Neck or back pain can ruin a perfectly good vacation, but, unfortunately, it's extremely common when traveling longer distances in the car or sitting for a prolonged period of time on the airplane. 

Tips for Keeping Our Back and Neck Healthy

1) Change Positions

Try to change your position every 30 minutes. For example, if you're sitting for 30 minutes, get up and stand for a minute.

2) Stretch Often

If driving, stop regularly to get out of the car, stretch, and walk around. If on the plane, do neck roles and stretch your arms and legs.

3) Get Assistance

If you find it difficult to lift luggage into the car, ask a family member or friend for help. If you have trouble lifting luggage into the overhead compartment on a plane, ask a flight attendant for assistance.

4) Take Deep Breaths

Be mindful of not tensing your muscles, and practice breathing techniques that promote relaxation and calmness. 

5) Use a Neck Pillow

Neck pillows are useful for keeping your spine in proper alignment in the car or on the plane while resting. If you don't have one, a towel or blanket will work.

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