If you’re going to be doing some driving in the coming weeks, you’ll want to take steps to protect your back from pain. By following some holiday travel safety tips, you can look forward to arriving at your destination free from pain and ready to enjoy some quality time with the people you love.
3 Holiday Travel Safety Tips
Pack Appropriately
Before you hit the road, you need to make sure you bring everything you need for a successful trip. That doesn’t just mean packing changes of clothing, a toothbrush, and your phone charger. One of the best tips to consider for travel safety, holiday season or not, is to have fully stocked roadside emergency and first aid kits in the vehicle. And don’t forget to bring any products that help protect your back so you can avoid pain from driving, like the Back Vitalizer™ lumbar support pillow available from Preferred Chiropractic of Midland.
Plan Ahead
Being prepared for the trip can help make things go by painlessly—literally and figuratively. Map out your trip beforehand to get a sense of how long it will take, what kinds of hazards you might encounter, and what alternative routes may be available. And don’t forget to check the weather forecast and adjust your plans as needed. You can also prep yourself for your travels with a pre-trip chiropractic adjustment or massage, which can help you avoid back pain and be ready for the drive.
Set Out Early and Drive Smart
One of the last things you want come holiday travel season is to feel rushed, so setting out a bit early is one of the best safety tips you can follow. By giving yourself an extra hour or two to get where you’re going, you can be more relaxed at the wheel, drive less aggressively, and keep spirits high with your family in the car. This also gives you an opportunity to make frequent stops on longer trips, allowing you to stretch out your legs, back, shoulders, and neck so that you can avoid being in pain.
Protect Your Back With Preferred Chiropractic of Midland
These and other travel safety tips can help protect your back and keep your holiday season merry and bright. If you’d like to explore the benefits of a chiropractic adjustment, massage, or other products and services this holiday season, schedule an appointment at Preferred Chiropractic of Midland, call us at (989) 837-5998, or visit our offices in Midland, MI.
