New Year’s Resolutions for a Healthy Spine: 5 Habits for Less Back Pain in 2026

Brad Polen • December 29, 2025

A new year means new routines — and one of the smartest areas to focus on is your spine. Back pain affects nearly everyone at some point, but with the right habits, you can dramatically reduce flare-ups and build long-term strength and stability.

At Superior Chiropractic & Rehab, we help patients across Glen Carbon and Edwardsville, IL start their year with less pain and more control over their health.

5 Spine-Saving Habits for 2025

1. Move Every 30–45 Minutes

Movement lubricates joints and hydrates spinal discs.

2. Strengthen Your Core & Glutes

These muscles stabilize your spine during every movement.

3. Improve Your Posture

Small adjustments make a big difference over time.

4. Prioritize Sleep

Good sleep reduces pain sensitivity and boosts healing.

5. Add Daily Mobility Work

Just a few minutes per day can prevent major flare-ups.

Start off 2026 strong!

As you step into 2026, your spine deserves as much attention as your fitness goals, diet, or career. When you move well, you feel well — and when your back works the way it should, everything in your daily life becomes easier.

At Superior Chiropractic & Rehab , we help people in Glen Carbon and Edwardsville, IL reduce chronic pain, improve mobility, build strength, and develop habits that support long-term spinal health. If you’re ready to start the new year with less pain and better movement, now is the perfect time.

We wish you a healthy, strong, and pain-free New Year.

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