July 2026 – Sun, Sand and a Happy Spine – Your Summer Holiday Body Guide
The summer months are here, and whether you’re jetting off somewhere exotic, heading to the beautiful British coast, or simply enjoying some well-earned rest at home, we want to make sure your body feels as good as your holiday deserves.
Here are the top 4 osteopathic tips to keep you comfortable, mobile and pain-free throughout the summer.
1. Travelling pain free
Long car journeys, cramped plane seats or hours on a train can play havoc with your back and neck. Support your lower back by taking with you a small cushion or rolled-up jumper to pop in the small of your back, and if possible taking regular breaks to move around. On a plane, aim to get up and walk the aisle every hour or so.
- Osteo tip:Â Pack a small travel pillow for neck support on long journeys and stay well hydrated.
2. Activity and Adventures
Whether it’s hiking, swimming, cycling or simply exploring a new city on foot, summer holidays often involve far more physical activity than our bodies are used to. Try not to go mad on the first day of your holiday, but build up gradually, wear supportive footwear and listen to your body.
- Osteo tip:Â A gentle warm-up before any activity and a stretch afterwards goes a long way to preventing niggles from becoming something more.
3. Sleeping in Different Beds
Holiday mattresses can be a real mixed bag! If you wake up stiff or achy, try a gentle morning stretch routine before getting up. Sleeping on your side with a pillow between your knees can also help to keep your spine more comfortable.
- Osteo tip:Â If you know you struggle with different beds, book in for a treatment before you go, arriving on holiday with a well-balanced body makes all the difference.
4. Relaxing Without Overdoing It
Hours on a sun lounger might sound blissful, but prolonged lying in one position, particularly with your neck craned forward reading a book or scrolling on your phone, might leave you feeling uncomfortable. Change position regularly and take short walks to keep your circulation flowing.
If your holiday has taken its toll on your body, and you come home feeling a bit achey then remember to book in to see us as soon as you’re back. We’ll have you feeling right again in no time!
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