Sitting is the new smoking: Sitting disease.

How often are you sitting? 

Think about your day... You drive to work, you sit in your office, then sitting for lunch, and then back to work. When the day is done you drive home, sit for dinner and watch TV or sit at the computer and then you sleep!

We are too sedentary! we are meant for MOVEMENT... 

So, what can you do?

1- Around the house: If watching TV, get up in every ad break or stand/walk around while talking on the phone.

2- At work: Take the stairs at every opportunity, deliver messages by walking instead of email, stand up to read or use a standing desk, or take mini breaks and perform some sit-to-stand transitions.

3- Getting places: Break up long car trips with rest breaks, or when taking public transport get off a stop earlier and walk the rest of the way.

WE ARE MEANT FOR MOVEMENT !!

Do I apply ICE or HEAT for pain?

Ice packs and heating pads are among the most commonly used treatments in orthopedics. 

In general, "Ice is a great choice for the first 72 hours after an injury because it helps reduce swelling, which causes pain. Heat, on the other hand, helps soothe stiff joints and relax muscles."

When to use ICE? 

--> Ice helps minimize swelling. By applying an ice pack at the onset of an injury, swelling can be controlled, which minimizes pain.

When to use HEAT ?

--> Heat treatments should be used for chronic conditions to help relax and loosen tissues, and to stimulate blood flow to the area. It causes small blood vessels to open which can stimulate inflammation rather than relieve it. 

However, neither option should be used for more than 10 to 15 minutes at a time.

Best Sleeping Position for Better Sleep and Health.

A good sleeping position is an important factor for a healthy night’s sleep, as an incorrect sleeping position may cause back pain, neck problems and even headaches.

So what are the best sleeping positions?

Side sleeping and sleeping on your back are typically the two best positions for your neck because they maintain a good spinal alignment!

Stomach sleeping is not recommended due to the stress placed on your cervical spine!

However, if you can't fall asleep but on your stomach, use pillows properly as shown in the picture to keep your spine healthy! 

 To note that, your pillow should not be too thin or too thick and/or high, this can result in morning pain or stiffness.

Have a good night and sleep WELL !