Manage Your Stress Levels

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Dr. Pasquale X. Montesano

Principal Orthopedic Spine surgeon at Montesano Spine & Sport.

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Stress can have a negative impact on your body and can cause back pain. Stress can trigger physiological responses that include decreased blood flow to some areas. Reduced blood flow to the spine can weaken the spine. Stress can also lead to muscle tension which can lead to discomfort and pain. That’s why it’s so important to manage your stress levels and keep them low. Exercising, yoga, and stretching are great ways to manage your stress and stay active.

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