As July is getting closer to its end, it’s important that you start looking towards August and preparing for the changes you will need to make for your spine. August tends to be just as warm as July, but summer starts to wind down leading into fall. Here’s what you can do to prepare:

• Prepare for Back-To-School: August is the start of college students going back to school. One thing that you should do whether you’re a college student or a parent of a student is check your backpack to ensure that it is light-weight and ergonomic to prevent putting strain on your back throughout the school year.
• Transition into Fall Sports Carefully: August is the time where athletes start to train to transition into their fall sports. Warming up properly and focusing on core strengthening exercises can help to protect the spine from strain. 
• Plan for August Wellness: Use the end of July to schedule any overdue chiropractic or physical therapy appointments.