Clear Passage® Therapies offers six back-saving tips to help holiday shoppers ease or eliminate back pain during an all-day shopping spree.
Gainesville, FL, November 21, 2008 — Clear Passage® Therapies, a recognized leader in manual physical therapy for adhesions, pain, and infertility, offers six back-saving tips for holiday shoppers hitting the malls and outlets this season.
“Your low back is the center and core of your body,” says Larry Wurn, President and Director of Clinical Studies, Clear Passage® Therapies. “Taking care of your lower back is key in maintaining a strong, healthy body overall.”
According to Wurn, the six major tips shoppers should use to reduce potential back pain associated with a long day of shopping are
- Wear comfortable shoes with good cushioning support; flip-flops and high-heeled shoes are not recommended.
- Avoid carrying any weight (e.g., purse, presents, or a baby) on one side of your body. “Weighty objects should be carried close to the center of your body to minimize stress on your lower back,” he said. “Hold them in close – or use a backpack attached evenly on both shoulders.”
- Condense your large purse to a smaller, lightweight satchel to keep the excess weight to a minimum.
- When you can, use a cart instead of a handbasket for your purchases. A cart will not only take a huge weight off your shoulders and back, but it will also lend valuable support to your lower back.
- Don’t let the stress of shopping cause you to lift your shoulders. High shoulders are inefficient, carry less weight, and can quickly cause neck pain or headaches during a day of shopping. Let your shoulders relax onto your chest; then use your arms to lift, keeping your packages low and close to your body.
- Concrete and tiled floors can be hard on the back, so take regular breaks to sit or elevate your feet. A 5 to 10-minute break from your feet for every hour of shopping is a good plan.
Wurn and his wife, Belinda, are currently co-authoring a book, ‘Miracle Moms, Better Sex, Less Pain’, that examines their non-surgical manual physical therapy (Wurn Technique®). The therapy has been shown in peer-reviewed medical journals to reduce adhesions, decrease pain, and restore function. It has proven effective for many people without the risks or side effects of surgery or drugs. It can be used as a stand-alone treatment or in conjunction with other treatments.
‘Miracle Moms’ will be published this winter, with medical insights by research gynecologist and co-author Richard King, MD. A ‘sneak peek’ is available at the Clear Passage® Therapies blog to spur discussion with readers on important topics.
“If the information in this article sounds like it may relate to what you’re experiencing, the team at Clear Passage® Physical Therapy is here to help. Many people living with this condition simply want to know if there is a natural treatment option without drugs or surgery that could work for them. The good news is you don’t have to figure it out alone. You can request more information to speak with a knowledgeable team member who will review your situation and help you understand whether this specialized therapy may be a good fit. If you’re ready to move forward, you can also apply for therapy so the clinical staff can carefully review your health history and determine the best path toward relief. Taking a few minutes to reach out could be the first step toward getting answers—and possibly getting your life back.”