India, Oct. 19 -- Spine health is not just an elderly issue. The spine bears the weight of the body, protects the spinal cord and helps to maintain balance and movement.

"Developing healthy habits early, maintaining muscle strength in middle age and safeguarding mobility later in life can help reduce the risk of back pain as well as stiffness and spinal problems," surgeon Dr Dheeraj Batheja shared with HT Lifestyle.

He went on to elaborate on how it can be done, as follows.

In the words of the surgeon, "Your 20s are the best time to build the habits that will protect your spine for the long haul." He noted that the muscles that support the back are strengthened by regular physical activity such as walking, swimming, strength training a...