New laminated 17" X 22" (43.2 cm X 55.9 cm) poster. The poster list tips for maintaining a health spine. And tips on what to avoid to keep your body strong. This educational poster is good for starting a conversation with your patients about proper spine care.

People who exercise on a regular basis suffer fewer back injuries and pain. And if they are injured, it is less severe and recover faster. Target the core muscles to maintain good posture.

Aerobic exercise works core muscles responsible for good posture.

Stretching increases flexibility allowing normal joint movement.

Avoid staying on position for long periods of time. Proper motion is life to a joint.

Balance exercises decrease the occurrence of falls and injuries.

Our bodies are comprised of approximately 70% water. Proper hydration helps maintain healthy intervertebral disc and joint motion of the spine.

Each step is felt by the joints of the body

Smoking decreases blood flow to the structures of the spine. Smokers have more spinal pain than nonsmokers and heal more slowly after an injury.

Caffeine and alcohol use are linked to decreased bone density.

Mental stress has negative physical effects. Exercise elevates mood and increases energy.

Belly fat strains the spine, tensing the muscles, tendons and ligaments of the lower back.

Processing removes vital nutrients necessary for healthy joint