Let’s face it, we are all getting older, but there are many people out there who have successfully slowed down the effects of aging. These people prevent injury, illness, surgery and/or their dependence upon medications. Unfortunately, there is no guaranteed warranty on our bodies, but there are several key factors for increasing the mileage and its ease of operation.

First, there are no quick fixes on this subject. Hard work and a smart plan are the major keys to success. By hard work, I don’t mean that it has to be difficult or painful. Whatever method(s) you choose to slow the effects of aging, it should be done with diligence, energy and with a specific purpose in mind.

We often see patients who have a regular exercise routine or an already established way of treating their injury or disease, but they have no idea why they are exercising or if they are doing it correctly. Understanding the purpose of your exercise and prevention plan along with its key components are vital to successful implementation.

When it comes to keeping your body healthy, moving and working well, you can be helped by applying the following principles no matter what method you use:

1. Exercise without increasing your joint or muscle pain during and after exercise. Soreness is OK, but pain is not normal.
2. Flexibility is the key to maintaining your ability to move the way you want.
3. Correct Posture is vital in protecting your joints from injury and allowing you to safely move and exercise throughout the day.
4. Proper Strengthening activities are another major key in preventing the effects of aging and allowing you to function at or above your chronological age.
5. Endurance Building is just as important as strength building, especially while we age.
6. Balance Activities are vital to the type of exercises that you choose. You also need to build a “balancing” activity into your routine as you age.

Through proper planning and the advice of your chiropractor and physical therapist, you can quickly and easily learn the simplest and safest ways to keep your body feeling and working younger!

At PRI, we specialize in a variety of techniques aimed at alleviating nagging pains and increasing mobility to aching shoulders. After correctly identifying the source of the pain, we employ extensive mobility stretches and exercises aimed to release tension to the area and increase blood flow. If the issue stems from subluxations (spinal misalignment), a full spine and body approach will be taken over an isolation treatment. It is important to remember to practice proper technique with and without doctor supervision. Physical health is after all a full time endeavor. Taking home exercises and executing them regularly will lead to a stronger and more resilient body.

To find out how we can help you, please contact us at:

Tel:      (416) 477-1101

E-mail: reception@priclinic.com

Web:   www.priclinic.com