Fluffy, Firm or Foam?
Ever wake up feeling as if your get-up-and-go—got up and went? It could be your pillow. Does your current pillow support the natural curve in your neck? If not, maybe it’s time to upgrade.
Latex Pillows – Choose from a solid core or a shredded filling that feels like down, but compacts over time. Latex is generally hypoallergenic, anti-microbial, mildew proof and dust mite resistant.
Memory Foam – A denser, memory foam pillow can offer great neck support. These reduce pressure points by continuously molding and adjusting to the shape of your body.
Down Pillows – Down clusters expand and intertwine to form fluffy air pockets. These are considered the top of the line and are often found on the beds of luxury hotels. However, they may not be the best at supporting your neck.
Questions about your pillow? Ask them on your next visit.
Are You Coasting?
Remember riding your bike up a hill so you could coast back down? There was an exhilarating sense of freedom as you accelerated to the bottom. When it comes to your health, are you coasting?
Coasting is a surefire way to invite a return of your original problem.
Imagine that your goal is to participate in a 10K fun run. To get in shape, you decide to run every day. When race day arrives, you’re able to run the full 10K without stopping. If you were to stop training would your ability to successfully run a 10K race remain with you until next year? Of course not.
Spinal health is like that too.
Discontinuing your care once you feel better (coasting) inclines your spine to return to old, unhealthy patterns. That’s why many people choose to continue with some type of ongoing supportive care. It helps them stay well after they get well.
Remember riding your bike up a hill so you could coast back down? There was an exhilarating sense of freedom as you accelerated to the bottom. When it comes to your health, are you coasting?
Coasting is a surefire way to invite a return of your original problem.
Imagine that your goal is to participate in a 10K fun run. To get in shape, you decide to run every day. When race day arrives, you’re able to run the full 10K without stopping. If you were to stop training would your ability to successfully run a 10K race remain with you until next year? Of course not.
Spinal health is like that too.
Discontinuing your care once you feel better (coasting) inclines your spine to return to old, unhealthy patterns. That’s why many people choose to continue with some type of ongoing supportive care. It helps them stay well after they get well.