Hidden Health Dangers of Going to the Beach
As the weather warms up, more and more families choose to spend the day at the beach. In order to protect your family’s health and safety, it’s important to know about the hidden health dangers that you’re at risk for when you spend time in the sand, sun, and water. If you’re suffering from lower back pain, leg injuries, or sore joints in DeLand, FL after a day at the beach, looking for a “chiropractor near me in DeLand” is a good idea.
Sun Exposure and Heat Exhaustion
Prolonged or repeated sun exposure, especially without using the proper SPF sunscreen, can increase your risk of skin cancer, sun damage, wrinkles, and sun burns. Spending all day in the sun can also put you at risk of heat exhaustion and sun stroke. Children, the elderly, and people with pre-existing health problems are at a greater risk of heat exhaustion and sun stroke. Our chiropractor can provide lifestyle modification counseling that will help you reduce your risk of heat stroke and exhaustion.
Lower Back Pain
Carrying heavy things back and forth to the beach, lying on a towel all day, playing sports, and swimming can all increase your risk of lower back pain. If you’re experiencing sciatica, aches and pains, or muscle spasms after a day at the beach, visit our chiropractor for an adjustment or massage therapy treatment.
Leg Injuries and Sore Joints
Running and playing on the beach, swimming, and spending more time on your feet than usual can lead to leg injuries and sore joints. Our chiropractor can identify the cause of your pain and provide massage therapy, therapeutic exercises and stretches, and chiropractic adjustments to ease your pain and get you back on your feet.
Dehydration
If you plan on spending all day in the sun, you should make sure you drink at least eight ounces of water every hour. Your risk of dehydration increases with each hour you’re in the sun, and swimming, playing, or running around in the sand will also increase your risk of becoming dehydrated. Our chiropractor can evaluate your overall health, age, diet, and activity level and help you determine how much water you should be drinking every day.
If You’re Suffering from a Leg Injury, Sore Joints, or Lower Back Pain in DeLand, Call Us Today
If you’re suffering from a leg injury, sore joints, or lower back pain in DeLand, FL, contact us today. Dr. James J. Hether, D.C. can identify the underlying cause of your injury and help you get back on your feet, pain-free. Call us at (386) 734-0702 to schedule an appointment or learn more about our services.
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