NECK PAIN

COMMON CAUSES:

• Overexertion
• Muscle strains
• Sports-related injuries
• Repetitive motion
• Poor sleeping positions and an old, worn-out mattress
• Stress and muscle tension

PREVENTING PAIN:

• Maintain a strong and balanced posture
• Support your lower back when sitting
• Take short breaks from sitting to stretch
• Use a pillow that keeps your neck straight when sleeping
• Warm up before working out
• Practice relaxation exercises

ARTHRITIS & JOINT PAIN

COMMON CAUSES:

• Sports-related injuries
• Yard work and gardening
• Repetitive motion
• Chronic conditions like arthritis and gout

PREVENTING PAIN:

• Stretch daily and move joints through full range of motion. Stretching in the morning provides a quick energy boost and increases blood flow, thus easing joint pain
• Shift positions when sitting at work, watching TV or reading to prevent stiffness
• Use protective gear during sports activities
• Maintain a weight that is healthy for your body type

MUSCLE STRAIN & SHOULDER PAIN

COMMON CAUSES:

• Overexertion
• Muscle strains
• Sports-related injuries
• Repetitive motion
• Poor sleeping positions and an old, worn-out mattress
• Stress and muscle tension

PREVENTING PAIN:

• Maintain a strong and balanced posture
• Support your lower back when sitting
• Take short breaks from sitting to stretch
• Use a pillow that keeps your neck straight when sleeping
• Warm up before working out
• Practice relaxation exercises

BACK PAIN

COMMON CAUSES:

• Incorrect posture while standing or sitting at work
• Sports-related injuries
• Improperly lifting heavy objects
• Falling, tripping or missing a step
• Wearing old or worn-out footwear with no support

PREVENTING PAIN:

• Stretch and warm-up before physical activity
• Maintain proper posture while sitting and standing
• Use lumbar support when sitting for long periods of time at a desk or in a car
• Wear comfortable, low heeled shoes that fit correctly
• Ask for help or support when lifting heavy objects
• Maintain a healthy weight for your body type

SPRAINS & LEG PAIN

COMMON CAUSES:

• Overexertion
• New exercise routine
• Hiking
• Housecleaning

PREVENTING PAIN:

• Ease into a workout routine
• Warm up before working out
• Stretch before and after all exercise and physical activity
• Speak to your doctor about vitamin and protein supplements