Do you know if you have a strong core in Wichita?  If you don't, try these two tests to determine if your core is weak or strong.

1. Lay on your back with your legs straight and bring your legs up off the ground six inches.  Hold for 10 seconds.
2. Lay on your back with your legs straight and slowly sit up without using your arms or legs to assist you.

If you can do both of these tests without much difficulty, then you know your core is strong.  Having a strong core is critical for the health of your spine.  Your core supports and protects your spine as you move so when you bend over to pick up something off the floor, you won't have to worry about injuring your back.

Core strength is something that we test on all of our new patients as part of our exam.  At Optimal Wellness in Wichita, if we find that our patient's core is weak, then we will have them work with our trainer to build up core strength or send our patients home with core exercises.  We have found that our patients will hold their adjustments better if they have a strong core.

If you tried these tests and discovered that you have a weak core.  Call 316-425-1911 to find out how we can help strengthen your core and get rid of your back pain.