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Skiing and snowboarding are excellent ways to exercise and enjoy Colorado during the cold winter months. As fun as these can be, the low temperatures, icy surfaces, and speed can often lead to winter sports injuries. While skiing and snowboarding are more often associated with knee, ankle, and upper body injuries, there also is a risk of back injury. Here’s a breakdown of common ski and snowboarding injuries, and how they respond to treatment.

Common Winter Sports Injuries & Treatments - SpineOne Common Winter Sports Injuries & Treatments Skiing and snowboarding are excellent ways to exercise and enjoy Colorado during the cold winter months. As fun as these can be, the low temperatures, icy surfaces, and speed can often lead to winter sports injuries. While skiing and snowboarding are

It’s easy to assume that being in a seated position means our back is inert. But the truth is that the seated position puts the weight of the top half of our bodies directly on our lumbar spine, instead of distributing it evenly through the hips and legs like when we’re standing. The added pressure while seated can cause us a lot of problems if we don’t adjust our posture.

What Does Prolonged Sitting do to Your Spine? | SpineOne What Does Prolonged Sitting do to Your Spine? Most of us do more sitting than standing or moving around. The average person in Denver spends 10 hours per day seated. After a long day, we may relish the opportunity to settle on the couch for a cozy evening. But this behavior,