World Spine Day
#InvestInYourSpine
World Spine Day shines a spotlight on the importance of spinal health and the global burden of spinal pain and disability. Each year on October 16, people around the world come together to raise awareness of spine health, mobility, and prevention.
This year’s theme, Invest in Your Spine, encourages Canadians to dedicate time, energy, and attention to everyday habits that protect their spine – from posture and movement to professional care. Investing doesn’t only mean money, it means committing to small, daily actions that build strength, prevent injury, and keep you moving for life.
Why Invest in Your Spine?
- Back pain affects 1 in 3 Canadians every year
- Low back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide, impacting more than 540 million people at any one time
- Consistent movement and healthy spine habits can reduce pain, prevent disability, and protect long-term well-being
Join us in bringing attention to the global burden of spinal disorders by helping to highlight the challenges of living with low back pain in all regions, cultures, backgrounds, and ages. Keep an eye on our Facebook, or Instagram accounts throughout October for additional assets or visit worldspineday.org for more information.
Learn How These Canadians are Investing in Their Spine Health
This year, we’re sharing stories from Canadian chiropractors and patients about what it means to Invest in Your Spine. From regaining strength after injury to helping parents protect their spine, their experiences show how investing in small, consistent habits can add up over time.
Explore our World Spine Day blog series:
Teresa: Investing in Her Spine, One Step at a Time
Teresa was diagnosed with scoliosis as a child and wore a brace until after puberty. For years, she was told her condition would limit her for life. Today, with the support of chiropractic care, she’s investing in her spine through consistent movement, strength training, and everyday choices that help her stay active and confident.
Dr. Martin Lai: Investing in Care
Watching his mother recover from a major accident shaped Dr. Lai’s approach to chiropractic. He sees spine care as the foundation for restoring strength, maintaining mobility and building lasting confidence.
Dr. Michelle Zemari: Supporting Parents to Protect Their Spine
Dr. Zemari helps parents build simple, sustainable routines from posture resets to gentle activity. She shows that investing in your spine is an investment in your overall health and resilience.