Wellness

It is, together with walking barefoot or not looking at the clock, one of the great pleasures of summer vacations. Few sensations are more pleasant than surrendering to that state of absolute relaxation, prelude to sleep or not, which is reached lying on a hammock under the shade of a tree, feeling like the breeze caresses our skin.

So far, poetry but let's get to the point, is it really good to fall asleep like this? Starting from the non-negotiable basis of what we do in the shade (in the sun, although we carry sunscreen, it is absolutely discouraged, especially during the central hours of the day).

Ata Pouramini, director of Quiropractic Valencia and author, among other books, of 'Back School', brings us out of doubt. "We associate the hammock in time of relaxation, rest, vacations and, therefore, it is an element that provides pleasant sensations and comfort, which frees us from stress and that is very beneficial . All that, provided we lie on our backs" .

Pouramini adds that this type of seating " picks us up and wraps us , circumstances that take away all the pressure on the spine."

PAIN AND DAMAGE

These considerations would be valid for people who do not suffer from back problems, but what happens in the opposite case? "If there are pinched nerves, herniated disc or just pain in some area, it can be harmful because it is not only uncomfortable but can cause more discomfort and pain."

If we fall asleep, is there a maximum time that we should not spend to avoid getting up with the body made an eight? "A nap of one hour can be good and very pleasant that will help us relax and enjoy our surroundings. Beyond that, in addition to uncomfortable, it is not good for the back, either because of discomfort, or because there may be an injury" .

Why do some people get dizzy in hanging hammocks? "This feeling of dizziness is due to the fact that something is not going well in our vestibular system (located in the ear, is responsible for processing the sensation related to the control of balance and movement). People with postural type vertigo should not use them. benign of the inner ear. In these cases, the otoliths (solid materials found inside the ears) are loose and calcified so they can cause severe dizziness, "concludes this expert.

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