World Spine Day
Every year on October 16, the world stands a little straighter for the backbone that carries us through life. Back pain is the single leading cause of disability on the planet, and most of it can be prevented. This day is our annual reminder to take care of our spines.
- Roots
- Initiated by the World Federation of Chiropractic in 2008
- Also on Oct 16
- World Anesthesia Day · World Restart a Heart Day · Sports Day
- Hashtag
- #WorldSpineDay
3 ways to celebrate
Straighten up and move
Do a 10-minute posture and stretching routine, adjust your screen height, and set a timer to stand up and move every hour.
Run an ergonomic audit
Audit your workspace ergonomics together: chairs, monitors, and phone habits, then swap your best tips.
Walk and stretch together
Take a friend on a posture-friendly walk, share a spine stretch video, and remind someone you care to book that checkup.
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