Tackling the Effects of Stress

By Donna Stark

If you have revamped your entire workstation with ergonomic furniture and equipment but still experience unpleasant headaches, painful kinks in your neck, or extreme discomfort in your back, you may need to take a look at the amount of stress in your life. Stress is one of the biggest contributors to pain in the body. And since it can lead to serious medical conditions if it becomes chronic, it's important to minimize the effects it has on your body as much as possible. How can you do that? Take a look at the following suggestions from the nation's top pain-reducing experts ... your local chiropractors at The Joint Chiropractic.

Stretch Your Body

It's hard to know how much stress-related tension we hold in our bodies until the day comes when we start to experience pain and discomfort. Stress can lead to muscle spasms, tension headaches, and even back, neck, and shoulder injuries. However, by stretching your body every day, you can reduce that from happening. Schedule specific stretching sessions into your daily routine and make sure you are stretching before any intense physical activity.

Exercise Every Day

If you are struggling with pain, your first thought may be to grab a spot on the couch and give your body a rest, but that may just be the exact opposite of what your body really needs. In fact, sitting around with little to no movement could actually make things worse! For many people, physical activity will not only help relieve the pain they are feeling but will also reduce the risk of more pain in the future. After getting cleared by your primary care doctor or chiropractor, make sure you incorporate some exercise into your daily routine. Low-impact workouts, such as walking, swimming, or cycling are perfect for these types of situations.

Eat Anti-Inflammatory Foods

Consuming a healthy diet is a given, but if you are fighting pain and inflammation you have to pick out the "right" kind of healthy foods. What are they? Well, they are the foods you can find on any anti-inflammatory list! Foods such as berries, fish, and broccoli, and spices such as turmeric and ginger can make a huge difference in the way you feel.

Tackling the Effects of Stress Head-On

Managing the effects that stress places on your body is a great step toward reducing the pain and discomfort you feel every day. You've already improved your workstation, now it's time to take the next step toward improving your overall well-being!

To learn more about your health, wellness, and fitness, see your local chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic in Coral Springs, Fla.