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SPINE AT WORK FOR THE LAYPERSON

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Spine at work Everyone engages in different  activities in the course of a day. Hardly ever do we stop to think about how the body works . Each person  has a vertebral column which is made up of bones. There are discs between the bones and nerves that originate from the brain. Injury to the spine, may result in decreased activity to the extremities. Without the spine. the body would be like a bowl of jello.               Spine works and spinal trauma Injury to the spine , may cause problems with breathing, walking, standing or neck movement. Depending on which area of the spine is involved, will determine how the injury will affect the person. Car accidents , diving accidents , falls and more, may cause  injury to the spine. Medical attention is usually needed to diagnose and help with the healing process.

EXERCISE - HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR THE LAYPERSON

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                                            Why is exercise important? Some people do not see exercise as part of being healthy.  However, based on research, here are some simple facts about exercise: 1) Exercise helps to keep your weight under control. 2) Exercise helps to promote good brain function. 3) Exercise helps prevent diabetes. It also lowers blood glucose. 4) Exercise helps to maintain good circulation and prevent heart disease. 5) Exercise tends to lower blood pressure. 6) People who exercise tend to  feel  less depressed.