It is no secret that travel can take a toll on your body even if you plan well and everything goes smoothly. The long bouts of sitting on planes or behind the wheel of a car, the heavy luggage, the increase in the amount of walking you do, can add up to a physically demanding time that leaves you with pain. Whether you have lifted some luggage incorrectly or just visited too many museums in one day, the resulting aches can cause you to avoid your activities for the rest of the trip. Our team at Reed Chiropractic Clinic in Solon has a few tips to help you avoid the aches and pains brought on by traveling.
Overdoing It
Aches and pains during travel generally stem from overdoing an activity. You sat for too long, walked too far, lifted something too heavy, and so on. Taking it easy and interrupting long stretches of the same thing can help avoid some of the pain. You will also want to use as much cushion as possible perhaps by wearing shoes with good insoles.
Other ways to avoid developing pain include:
- Standing up and walking around on planes and trains
- Stopping every couple of hours of driving to walk around a bit
- Making sure that any packs you carry are not too heavy
- Taking breaks frequently
- Lifting objects correctly (from the knees, not your back)
If you still develop pain, over-the-counter medication can help. Many people prefer to avoid taking medication and instead turn to chiropractic care to find the relief they need. If you happen to be in or around Solon, contact our team at Reed Chiropractic Clinic for quality chiropractic care.
Contact Reed Chiropractic Clinic
Our chiropractors at Reed Chiropractic Clinic provide treatment to reduce and eliminate pain. If you have returned from traveling with some unwanted souvenirs in the form of aches and pains, we can help. Call our team today at 440-248-2866 or reach us through our website by using our online contact form.