Human beings were created for movement. Yes it is true that every part in the body, just like every part in a car, has a lifespan. However, the lifespan of the body part is much longer when properly taken care of. Likewise, a car properly maintained can last years and years.
Modern day society and technology have changed the demands we place on our body. Lack of activity has caused much harm to the body’s musculoskeletal system. I know you have heard of the “Use it or lose it” phrase. So many people now lose it because of the low level of physical demands placed on their body.
Recently I took a family vacation to Chicago. I took a 2 hour trip around the Chicago shoreline…on a Segway! Instead of walking and exercising all the muscles in my body (including my heart!), I was standing while this modern day machine did all the work for me!
Now back to my original question. 80% of Americans have low back pain in some way, shape, or form. Lack of activity, poor body mechanics when lifting, and poor nutritional habits all play a part in this. You, as the attorney, will undoubtedly have cases where low back pain and standard of care with physical therapy treatment are at the forefront.
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