As people around the globe prepare to travel home for the holidays, a spine surgeon is sharing the numerous ways you can make your plane ride more comfortable. Forget shifting every few minutes, Dr. Alexander Butler is dishing out how you can get cozy and protect your back while in the air.
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The US-based orthopedic surgeon, who practices at Lenox Hill Hospital, explained that by just preparing for your trip, you can save your back plenty of tension. While speaking to the New York Post, he shared the six ways you can have a more enjoyable trip.
He first advised passengers to ditch the shoulder pain that comes with lugging a duffle bag through the airport and opt for a roller suitcase. 'Generally speaking, makes transport through the airport much simpler,' he explained. Dr. Alexander noted that you can then throw this bag in the overhead bin and use the space under you for your legs or a small purse.
In addition to bringing a roller suitcase, the doctor recommends stretching before boarding. As people around the globe prepare to travel home for the holidays, a spine surgeon is sharing the numerous ways you can make your plane ride more comfortable (stock image).
Sitting on a plane for a prolonged period of time can lead to muscle cramps, which the doctor said can be eased by stretching ahead of time. 'This leads to anterior tilt of the pelvis, which is a very common cause of low back pain,' Dr. Alexander told the outlet.
