KFYR Spotlight: Yard Work Aches & Pains
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Yard Work Doesn’t Have
to Hurt: How to Prevent
Aches & Pains This Season
As the weather warms up in North Dakota, many of us dive into yard work—hauling branches, gardening, raking, and tackling long-overdue spring cleanup. But while these chores help your home look great, they’re also a common source of nagging aches and pains.
Why Yard Work Causes Pain
Yard work often includes repetitive motions like bending, lifting, twisting, reaching, and pushing—movements that place stress on the spine, hips, and surrounding muscles. Over time (or sometimes immediately!), these motions can lead to:
Low back pain
Hip or sacroiliac (SI) joint irritation
Muscle tightness and inflammation
Postural strain from poor body mechanics
When these issues build up, they can make simple tasks uncomfortable and increase the risk of injury.
How Chiropractic Care Can Help
The team at Active Life Chiropractic emphasizes that a consistent chiropractic treatment plan, paired with healthy movement habits, can make all the difference.
Regular care helps improve mobility, reduce inflammation, correct misalignments, and support the body’s natural healing process. When combined with proper technique and stretching, chiropractic care not only relieves current pain—it helps prevent problems before they start.
Tips to Protect Your Body During Yard Work
Before You Begin
Warm up with light stretching. Focus on:
Lower back
Hips
Hamstrings
A few minutes of movement can drastically reduce your risk of strain.
While You Work
Bend your knees and lift with your legs—not your back
Avoid twisting while carrying heavy items
Take breaks to reset your posture and stretch
After You’re Done
Finish with gentle movement or cool-down stretches to prevent stiffness later in the day.
Already Feeling Sore?
Don’t wait for the pain to get worse. Early evaluation can prevent a minor strain from becoming a long-term issue. Chiropractic care offers safe, effective relief and helps restore proper function.
Why This Matters
For many people in our region, yard work is a regular part of spring and summer. Addressing these everyday activities—and the discomfort that sometimes comes with them—helps patients feel understood and supported.
By focusing on prevention, consistency, and local relevance, Active Life Chiropractic reinforces a message that resonates in our community: you don’t have to live with pain.