Tips for Safe Spring Break Travel

March marks the beginning of spring, and that means it’s time for a lot of people to hit the road and get away from it all. Spring break can be a wonderful thing for families and friends, but when it comes to getting to your destination, it can also be a literal pain in the neck. By following some key tips, including using the correct driving posture to prevent neck pain, you can better ensure that your spring break travel is a breeze. 

Road Trip Tips for Safe Spring Break Travel

Set Out Early and Take Your Time

If you have the extra time off available, consider building in a couple of buffer days around your spring break travel. That allows time to pack, de-stress, and possibly even leave a little earlier than needed. When you try to time your arrival down to the minute, you don’t leave a lot of flexibility for rest stops and bathroom breaks. 

And if you’re traveling a long distance, you’ll want to make sure you’re stopping every so often to stretch out and perform corrective exercises so that you aren’t experiencing back and neck pain when you arrive. Regular stretching will keep your muscles limber and relieve tension, which will keep you focused on the road and can help improve your mood. 

Use the Correct Driving Posture

If you’re going to be spending a good amount of time at the wheel, make sure that you’re sitting in a way that’s safe and comfortable. The correct driving posture is not unlike ergonomic seating at the office. Keep your back against the seat and keep it slightly angled backward. Make sure you’re at a good distance and height relative to the steering wheel. 

You’ll be in even better shape if your vehicle has automatic seats with lumbar settings or massage functionality, which can help keep you pain-free over the course of a long trip. Have an older car? No problem. You can purchase lumbar pillows and support cushions that bolster your back and keep you energized and engaged at the wheel. 

See Somerset Hills Chiropractic Before Your Spring Break Travel 

The benefits of chiropractic care are also great for getting ready for upcoming spring break travel. An adjustment can help improve your spinal health, helping you to use the correct driving posture. It’s also quite helpful if you currently suffer from back or neck pain, reliving the symptoms and helping you to feel more relaxed. Leaving town this spring? Schedule your next visit and get in to see your local chiropractors in Bernardsville, NJ. 

Yours in Health,

Dr. Brian Wallace

Dr. Glenn Eigenmann

Dr. Raymond Horman