As October fast approaches many start preparing for ghosts and witches to take over the night. Halloween is great fun, but it can also lead to unexpected physical strain caused by:

• Pumpkin Picking & Lifting 

Poor lifting technique causing lower back strain. 

• Decorating Your Home 

Climbing ladders and stretching can trigger shoulder and back injury. 

• Costume Choices 

Heavy or awkward costumes and poor footwear can lead to poor posture and discomfort. 

• Trick-or-Treating 

Long walks on uneven pavements can lead to various aches and pains (foot pain, knee pain, and back pain etc). Chasing, lifting and carrying your little one’s can put further strain on your back, neck and shoulders. 

• Sugar Overload 

Sugar can contribute to inflammation in joints.

• Pumpkin Picking & Lifting 

Whether you’re lifting your children or a pumpkin always bring them close to you, bend your knees and lift with your legs and gluts, not your back. 

• Decorating Your Home 

Take breaks when decorating, move the ladder rather than overreaching, and always have someone else helping you – footing the ladder, and assist with moving larger, heavier items. 

• Costume Choices 

Try on costumes in advance to ensure comfortable and supportive. 

• Trick-or-Treating 

Wear supportive shoes under your costume. Have a plan B if your child is likely to get too tired to walk home (take the pram, have a driver on speed dial, don’t go too far from home). 

• Sugar Overload 

Reduce sugar intake to reduce inflammation (and tooth decay!) 

Chiropractic adjustments can: 

1. Relieve post-activity aches
2. Improve mobility 
3.  Support overall wellness, especially during stressful holidays 

Chiropractic care can be helpful for resetting the body and promoting better movement. Whether your injury has been brewing some time, keeps coming back to haunt you, or sudden onset.