What can your dog teach you about treating back pain?

What is the first thing that cats, dogs and small children do after they wake from sleeping??
They stretch! They take their time too, slowly stretching and arching their backs, straightening and then bending their legs etc, to get their bodies ready for the day. It is instinctive, they don't think, they just do it because it feels good and it is good for them.
What do adult humans do on the other hand?? We hit the snooze button three times before getting straight up out of bed and half-hobble into the shower. It takes some people a few minutes to loosen up, but in my experience, for many, it can take 15-60 minutes to feel normal again after waking up.
The solution: stretch before getting out of bed. While lying on your back, pull your shoulder blades back and arch your back – this one usually feels good while yawning, then gently pull one knee at a time up toward your chest. This should only take a minute or two but it is a great way to start the day!
These stretches should feel good and never painful. Contact your doctor or a physical therapist, if they are painful at all, or if you have any questions.

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