Millions of people in all continents of the world suffer with spinal disorders. These can include low back pain, neck pain, scoliosis and disc disease, to name but a few. Spinal pain and disability can have a profound effect on a person’s overall health, sometimes preventing them from working or even doing simple daily activities.
Research has demonstrated that poor posture and inactivity are major contributors to the development of back pain and other spinal disorders.
According to the World Health Organization, one in four adults is not active enough and over 80% of adolescent population is not active enough.
Join the record number of people celebrating “World Spine Day” and plan a special event around the theme of “Your Back in Action”… Follow the conversation on social media using #yourbackinaction to raise awareness for good spinal health.
Visit worldspineday.org to learn more.