Green Thumb Grief: How to Garden with Less Joint Pain

Gardening offers a unique type of activity that is particularly beneficial. Being outside for fresh air and sunshine boosts your mood and provides essential Vitamin D. Recent studies show that gardening can help you achieve better sleep, and nurturing growing things can be rewarding and fulfilling—whether you have retired or not.

However, if you have joint pain, such as in your knees or back, gardening can also bring additional exhaustion, frustration, and discomfort. How can you continue to do this activity you love without adding to your pain? Other than visiting your chiropractor often, here are some useful tips!