Happy Tuesday! Dr Kelly here. Is a back brace right for you?
If that is the case, then the human frame is very important. When you are going to put your body under extreme stress, wearing a brace is very beneficial. I like to think of raking leaves. While doing your normal routine, I do not recommend a back brace. When asking your body to perform a heavy load, giving it additional support is suggested. This keeps the body in the care of the human frame ideal! Preventing you from overextending yourself and causing injury.
![wobble seat](https://doc.vortala.com/childsites/uploads/1652/files/wobble-seat.jpg)
Wobble seat.
Tips:
- Take your time.
- Stop for breaks.
- Rotate from side to side.
- Bend with your knees.
- Take smaller scoops of leaves.
- If only half of the yard gets done, that’s OK.
- Ask the neighbor kids to help.
- You can stretch before AND after raking leaves!
![wobble seat exercise](https://doc.vortala.com/childsites/uploads/1652/files/wobble-seat-exercise.jpg)
My favorite back brace is the Aspen medical brace. They have studies and research on the effectiveness of wearing back braces. It has a patented compression mechanism that gives support but also allows for flexibility. It has additional tightening tabs too! These braces can only be prescribed by a healthcare provider. Text Back Brace to learn more about the back braces with offer at Tree of Life Wellness Center.
Yours in Healthy Naturally,
Dr. Kelly