On 16 October, we at Eir Family Chiropractic and Wellness will celebrate World Spine Day 2024 to raise awareness of spinal disorders globally and improve access to quality spinal healthcare for those in marginalised communities - where resources and spinal health professionals are often inaccessible.
World Spine Day is the largest public health initiative dedicated to raising awareness about the global burden of spinal pain and disability.
Our overarching goal is to raise awareness about the pivotal role chiropractic healthcare plays in preventing and treating spinal disorders and, most importantly, empower YOU to take charge of your spinal health and wellbeing.
Did you know that at any given moment, an estimated 540 million people suffer from lower back pain globally? Or that four million Australians suffer from back problems every year?
It’s a concerning statistic and one of epidemic proportions.
This year’s theme, ‘Support Your Spine’, is a call to action for Australians to prioritise their spinal health across all aspects of their daily lives. Whether in the workplace, at home or at school, fostering daily positive spinal habits is critical to supporting the spine at every phase of life.
It is crucial that people of all backgrounds and communities understand the importance of staying mobile, keeping active, regularly stretching, and refraining from overloading their spines with excessive weight or strain.
We can assist you in resetting and refocusing on your spinal health, leading to improved overall wellbeing and long-term spinal health benefits.
We’re also encouraging you to incorporate regular spinal and stretching exercises into your daily routines - this is an easy and time-efficient way to improve your spinal health immediately! The ACA's Straighten Up app offers a fantastic 3-minute exercise program featuring stretches that can help you stay aligned and reduce the risk of spinal issues. Download it for free from the App Store or Google Play.
This World Spine Day, take a stand and join us in advocating for quality spinal health for all Australians.
For further advice about your spinal health, call us on 03 9327 9347 to book an appointment today.
For more information about World Spine Day visit worldspineday.org.au
