Quality Care From Our San Antonio Chiropractor

Quality Care From Our San Antonio Chiropractor

At Dr. Phillips Chiropractic Nutritional and Wellness, our San Antonio chiropractor is committed to serving all patients in the surrounding areas with quality care. We offer a wide range of chiropractic and wellness services to help you feel your best—and with the holidays quickly approaching, that's more important than ever!

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Common Holiday Back Injuries (And How to Avoid Them)

Unfortunately, we tend to see and treat a lot of back injuries around the holiday season, so we'd like to make our readers aware of some of the most common injuries and how to avoid them.

Sadly, back injuries (such as whiplash) caused by auto accidents are very common around the holiday season, especially with the sudden influx of holiday travelers on the road. Avoiding an accident isn't always possible, but staying alert and minimizing distractions in your car can help. Also, be sure that everyone in your vehicle is wearing a seatbelt.

Another common back injury we see in our office is caused by slips and falls. These can occur on slick surfaces, such as icy driveways or walkways. They can also occur when a person is decorating for the holidays and falls off a step-stool or ladder. To reduce your chance of a slip-and-fall back injury, always make sure to ice your walkways and wear tennis shoes while working on ladder. Also, try to avoid decorating outdoors in slick conditions.

Believe it or not, back injuries caused by carrying heavy gifts and/or luggage are also quite common during the holiday season. If you have to lift something heavy, always lift with your knees and not your back. Avoid over-packing your luggage during holiday travels, and utilize any wheels your suitcase may have when possible.

Schedule an Appointment With Our San Antonio Chiropractor Today

If you still find yourself with a holiday back injury, remember that our San Antonio chiropractor is here to help. You can schedule an appointment with us by calling Dr. Phillips Chiropractic Nutritional and Wellness at (210) 545-1144!

How will you protect your back this holiday season?

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