Mount Pleasant Magazine July/August 2017

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It’s summertime, and the living is easy in the
Lowcountry. Being so close to the waterways and
beaches, you have your choice to live life to the fullest
on boats and jet skis or get some much-needed rest
and relaxation along the shore. Or, if you plan well, a lot
of both. For many people, though, summertime fun takes
a toll on the body – even if all you plan to do is relax to
the sound of gently-lapping waves.
“We see a significant increase in cases of lower back
pain in the summertime,” said Dr. Matthew Murrin of
ChiropracticUSA. “It can stem from hitting a hard wave
if you’re on a boat or simply sitting in your beach chair for
too long.”
Addressing those particular triggers, Dr. Murrin
suggested trying to stand and brace for any waves on a
boat and getting up every half hour from your beach chair
to relieve pressure on your spinal disks. When trailering
boats or jet skis, he stressed the importance of lifting with
your legs rather than bending at the waist to attach the
trailer to the hitch.
Running on the
beach is another
common cause for
summertime back
pain.
“Sand isn’t as
cushiony as you
would think, and
running on the
beach aggravates
degenerative disks
or previous disk
issues,” he said.
“Wear supportive
sneakers if you
want to run on
the beach, but other great summer exercise alternatives are
biking the beach with a shock-absorptive seat like a beach
cruiser or paddle boarding, which strengthens your core
muscles and actually prevents some future injuries.”
When you try to do it right and you still hurt, or
if you are already experiencing pain, Dr. Murrin and
u back to having fun in the
ot only wants to ease your
pain but also make you stronger so that you don’t re-
injure yourself down the road. Dr. Murrin specializes
in more than just traditional back pain associated with
chiropractic treatment. He is a chiropractor, a certified
exercise physiologist and a professional fitness and lifestyle
consultant, which is the highest level of personal trainers
in North America. Dr. Murrin is professionally recognized
for working with elite and professional athletes from NFL
players to UFC fighters, Olympic gymnasts and college
basketball players.
“Rather than simply alleviating pain, I emphasize
optimal health through natural chiropractic care and can
recommend simple changes to diet and exercise routines
to help patients move toward total wellness,” he explained.
“We not only want to get you out of pain but help make
you stronger so you don’t re-injure yourself.”
ChiropracticUSA does an extensive consultation and
evaluation in order to identify the problem, fix it and
strengthen the weak area to minimize future problems.
This summer, they are offering a new patient consultation,
exam and any necessary X-rays, and one HydroMassage,
normally priced at $365, for a special price of $37.
BY ANNE TOOLE
To learn more about ChiropracticUSA or to set up an
appointment, visit or call
843-881-0046.
Don’t Let
Summer
Games
Turn into
Pains
Chiropra