CHIROPRACTIC CARE Could the amount of water a person consumes have any effect on back pain? Yes. The discs in your back are designed to be small "shock absorbers". A properly hydrated body will result in a well- hydrated disc, which can cushion the shock of physical activity and better support the weight of the body. Dehydration can decrease the disc's ability to absorb shock and ultimately lead to pain, swelling and soreness in the region. Therefore, at least 64 ounces of water should be consumed each day adding 8 ounces for every caffeinated beverage consumed, every 25 pounds over idea weight or for every hour of strenuous exercise. Leading a sedentary lifestyle can also contribute to the dehydration of these discs in that constant pressure on the discs forces water out, while movement compresses and releases pressure on the discs circulating water into them. Dr.Brook A. TOWNLEY Physicians Origin Chiropractic Chiropractic Physician. 1203 28th St. S, Suite A Fargo, ND. 280-2599 CHIROPRACTIC CARE Could the amount of water a person consumes have any effect on back pain ? Yes . The discs in your back are designed to be small " shock absorbers " . A properly hydrated body will result in a well hydrated disc , which can cushion the shock of physical activity and better support the weight of the body . Dehydration can decrease the disc's ability to absorb shock and ultimately lead to pain , swelling and soreness in the region . Therefore , at least 64 ounces of water should be consumed each day adding 8 ounces for every caffeinated beverage consumed , every 25 pounds over idea weight or for every hour of strenuous exercise . Leading a sedentary lifestyle can also contribute to the dehydration of these discs in that constant pressure on the discs forces water out , while movement compresses and releases pressure on the discs circulating water into them . Dr.Brook A. TOWNLEY Physicians Origin Chiropractic Chiropractic Physician . 1203 28th St. S , Suite A Fargo , ND . 280-2599