As a part of the ‘Wholesome India, Completely happy India initiative’, a webinar titled “Wholesome Backbone, Wholesome Life” was organised by Naruvi Hospitals, Vellore, in collaboration with The Hindu. The session introduced collectively three professional medical doctors who shared insights into spinal well being and its very important position in general well-being.

Dr. Boopesh P, Guide, Neurosurgery, Naruvi Hospitals centered on office ergonomics. “Spinal well being is crucial for sustaining general high quality of life,” he famous, including that caring for the backbone positively influences bodily, psychological, and emotional well being. He recognized key ergonomic threat components akin to poor posture, repetitive pressure, extreme pressure, and compression. Dr. Boopesh additionally demonstrated correct desk posture and protected lifting strategies to keep away from pressure or damage.

Dr. Backiaraj D., Backbone Surgeon at Naruvi Hospitals, addressed the components affecting backbone well being. “A wholesome backbone has discs which might be cushiony and versatile, enabling clean motion,” he stated. He additional defined that sturdy supporting muscular tissues play a significant position in sustaining spinal integrity. “Sustaining good posture entails aligning the joints, participating the core, enjoyable the shoulders, and making certain the pinnacle and neck are in correct alignment,” he famous. He additionally highlighted that way of life habits akin to smoking, vaping, and stress can adversely have an effect on backbone well being.

Dr. Vinitha Varghese, Guide, Bodily Medication and Rehabilitation, Naruvi Hospitals, emphasised the significance of train for spinal well being. She launched the Flamingo Take a look at, a easy approach to evaluate stability by standing on one leg with eyes closed. “There’s no superb age to start exercising,” she stated, urging individuals to first assess their joint mobility and adaptability earlier than beginning a health routine.