Smoking is a habit known for its detrimental effects on overall health including increased risks for heart disease, lung cancer, and respiratory issues. Its impact on spine health is often overlooked due to how often these other effects are talked about. Here are some benefits of quitting smoking for spine health:

• Reduced Pain: Many individuals have reported a significant reduction in back pain after quitting smoking. Improved circulation and tissue health can help to alleviate pressure on the spine. 
• Improved Healing: Smoking has an impact on the circulation of blood which affects the flow of nutrients and oxygen reaching the spine. Quitting smoking helps to restore circulation which helps the body to repair damaged tissue faster and easier. 
• Lowered Risk of Further Degeneration: Taking out the harmful effects of nicotine helps to significantly reduce the progression of disc degeneration.