Each year on October 16th, World Spine Day is celebrated to highlight the burden of spinal pain and disability around the world.
Did You Know?
- Globally, low back pain causes more disability, activity limitation, and missed workdays than any other condition1
- Approximately 80% of adults (aged 16 years or older) experience an episode of acute low back pain at least once in their life1
- In Canada, approximately 30% of adults have low back pain that recurs within 6 months, and 40% within 1 year of their first episode1
- Spinal pain and disability are more prevalent than cancer, stroke, heart disease, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s Disease combined2
Each year on October 16th, World Spine Day is celebrated to highlight the burden of spinal pain and disability around the world.
“Move Your Spine” (#MoveYourSpine) has been announced as the theme of World Spine Day 2023.
The 2023 campaign calls on people to care for their spines by staying active. Evidence has shown that immobility and a lack of physical activity are contributors to spinal pain and disability. “Move Your Spine” encourages people of all ages, in all nations, to get active and support their spinal health through movement. The 2023 campaign highlights ways in which all people, from all backgrounds can help their spines by staying mobile, avoiding physical inactivity, not overloading their spines, and adopting healthy habits such as weight loss and smoking cessation.
Check out these exercises to help you #moveyourspine!
If you’re still uncertain what exercises are safe for you, or if you’re looking for a more individualized exercise rehabilitation plan to help you with your low back pain, let’s chat! Book your complimentary consultation online today!
Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog is for informational purposes only. It is meant to augment and not replace consultation with a licensed healthcare provider. Consultation with a licensed healthcare provider is recommended for anyone suffering from a health problem.
References:
1Health Quality Ontario. (2019). Low back pain: care for adults with acute low back pain (Quality Standard & Patient Guide). Retrieved from: https://www.hqontario.ca/evidence-to-improve-care/quality-standards/view-all-quality-standards/low-back-pain.
2World Spine Day. (2023). Welcome to World Spine Day. Retrieved from: https://www.worldspineday.org.
