The spine is one of the most important and heavily used parts of the body. It plays a vital role in overall health and quality of life. The spinal column is the body’s central support structure, carrying the weight of the head, torso, and arms. It allows people to stand upright, bend, twist, and move in any direction they please. Even more importantly, the spinal column houses the body’s spinal cord.
Spine health is essential to maintaining an active lifestyle without back pain. Developing the habits of exercising, sustaining a healthy weight, avoiding smoking, and proper posture are all good behaviors to incorporate into our daily lives to increase our spine health. Patients throughout Birmingham and Hoover, Alabama, who believe their spine health is declining can receive comprehensive care from the board-certified orthopedic spine specialists at Southlake Orthopaedics.