FEELING GREAT: Drinking water plays big role in the health of your back

Drinking water has so many health benefits.

Dehydration can be one of the culprits of back pain, and one of the reasons why it stays around for longer than it needs to.

Let me explain - I know you already know that water affects every organ and cell in your body, but it also plays an enormous role in the health of your back and spine.

In between each section of the spine lies a disc – which are mainly made up of water.

During the day when we’re standing up, they slowly become dehydrated, then at night when we’re laying down, they rehydrate themselves again (so long as there is enough water in the body!).

If there’s not enough water in your body, then this isn’t good news for your discs, and eventually this lack of water can cause pain, swelling, and even more problems further down the line.

Just like a car engine needs to keep lubricated to run properly – your body needs water for your joints, organs and muscles to function.

See why your water intake is so important now?

So, what can you expect to feel and notice when you drink more water?

Less soreness in your back for one.

You’ll feel “healthier”, your eyes may not feel as tired, and you’ll feel more alert!

Additionally water can help you lose weight (if that’s something you’d like to achieve), your skin will look clearer and you’ll have a natural glow!

How can you increase your water intake?

Besides using a bigger glass to down your water with, make sure to place a glass of water on your bedside table, that way, when you wake up in the morning, the first thing you see is a glass of water right next to you to drink before you start your day.

Give it a go, after a week or two it’ll be a new habit and you’ll feel more energetic for it.

P.S for more back pain tips like this, click on the link to download our free tips report with quick and simple tips to help ease low-back pain: www.paulgoughphysio.com/back-pain

Paul Gough is published author on the topic of health habits, one of the UK’s leading physiotherapists and former professional football physio.