Alpine skiing is not a significant risk for back pain but rather back injuries. Keeping the vertebral column in a semi bent posture can overload the back muscles and the inverterbral discs. This is especially the case when the muscles are not adequately developed or if high speeds or irregular terrain significantly increase the vibrations that must be absorbed by the body. Jumps also increase vibration of the spine and the knees must be bent correctly to dampen the impact. The more fluid the style and the more correct the posture, the less risk of back pain problems.

ALPINE SKIING TIPS:

COMPENSATION EXERCISES

It is recommended that you take up a strength building regimen in order to build up the muscles used while skiing, especially around the core of the body and the back. These exercises must be organized and researched and recommended by a doctor.

WARMING UP

Flexibility and stretching exercises must be done both before and after skiing.

W-WEAR also keeps your back, shoulders and kidneys at an appropriate temperature.

APPROPRIATE SPEED AND POSTURE

Skiing with a fluid manner means maintaining a correct posture at all times. As well as being aesthetically pleasing, it improves the backbone structure working order and reduces overloading and stresses. Keeping a controlled speed will keep you in control of your skis, preventing you from losing control and suffering and intense impact. It is also true that incorrect postures will strain your muscles and intervertebral discs and increase the risk of falling down.

W-WEAR supports the trunk, back, abdomen and shoulders. It helps absorb the impact and keep the shoulders in a correct position. Consequently it helps to absorb the impact in the best manner possible, avoiding excessive strains and possible injuries.

APPROPRIATE EQUIPMENT

The use of appropriate equipment is recommended. They must be adapted to your personal characteristics (height, level and type of skiing undertaken, weight and age). Remember to adjust the bindings according to your weight and skiing style (aggressive or gentle). These must come loose if you fall over, and if this is not the case then the risk of dislocations or broken bones increases. Your equipment, skis, bindings and boots must adequately absorb vibrations.

PREVENT RISKS

Choose the slope difficulty according to your level and physical fitness. This will help you avoid unnecessary risks and you will ensure that you enjoy an injury-free day of skiing.

STRETCH YOUR SPINE

Periodic stretching movements of the vertebral column are recommended before, during and after the day of skiing.