You may think that something as simple getting out of
bed in the morning has nothing to do with you suffering back pain but you would
be wrong. By keeping your spine stable as you get out of bed you can help avoidinjuring yourself with this simple movement.
The best way to get out of bed is to roll onto your
side then drape your lower legs out the side of the bed. Your arm against the
bed should be tucked close to your torso underneath your body. Place the hand
of your upper arm against the bed in front of your chest and begin pushing your
body up with this arm. As your arms are pushing you into a sitting
position allow your legs to drop towards the floor so they can act as a
pendulum or counterbalance to help swing your upper body into the upright
position. Your arm against the bed can be used simultaneously to help you
move upward into a seated position.
This simple procedure has you getting up sideways which will keep
your spine more stable instead of bolting straight forward out of bed. Using
this suggested maneuver to get out of bed in the morning becomes more important
as you age, degeneration has started in your spine, and because you are not as athletic and limber as you once were.
If you have more questions about our services, contact us at 410-256-9650 or sign-up at www.phcpt.com for a free consultation!
Perry Hall Chiropractic and Physical Therapy
8817 Belair Road
Perry Hall, MD 21236
410-256-9650
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