If it's not broken why fix it?

This cliché is usually taken to mean if things are going well for you why make changes. So when your friend tells you that he has been seeing a physiotherapist for the past couple months, you stare at his well-built physique, brisk walk and overall healthy appearance and you ask, "If it's not broken, why fix it?" Your friend laughs, pulls up a chair and begins to explain.

Taken in the context of health and fitness, one might say if I feel well and look well, then I don’t need to do anything more. Right? Not really. Think about your car. You bought it brand new, yet the salesman gave you a schedule for oil change and other services. The reason being that if you do not maintain the condition of your car, it’s performance will begin to deteriorate and you will soon be needing a new car. It's the same with our bodies. We need to maintain it before it gets broken.

Here are some ways you can do that:

• Use the right fuel. Eat healthful meals in small, regular portions.
• Exercise regularly.
• Get regular check-ups from your doctor.
• Rest. Get enough sleep at nights and take a day off each week to rest and relax.
• Keep a healthy attitude.

Now you understand why your friend always looks so fit and does not complain of aches and pains that plague the average individual. Wouldn’t you like to be the same? At Oakridge Physiotherapy, we can help you get started in maintaining or improving your body the right way. Come in and see us to find out how.