Kochi, Oct 16: In connection with World Spine Day, Aster Medcity has organized 'Nadu Vandi', an awareness journey dedicated to spine health, along with a special 'Spine Up' fitness challenge. Held under the slogan "Let’s Speak about the Spine, through the city routes", these awareness programs are organized in association with Kalamassery Decathlon. The 'Nadu Vandi' was flagged off from Aster Medcity by Dr. Dilip Panikar, Neurosurgery Senior Consultant and Dr. K. M. Mathew, PMR Senior Consultant along with Dr. Anup P. Nair, Dr. Anoop Thomas, and Dr. Renjith K.R. of the Aster Spine Centre. It travelled through the major routes of Kochi up to Marine Drive, spreading awareness among the public about spine health.

A special 'Spine Up' fitness challenge was also hosted at Aster Medcity. Organized jointly by the Aster Spine Centre and the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, the event featured challenges like half-squats and planks, allowing participants to test and assess their spinal health. These initiatives are aimed at promoting spine health and introducing proper exercise routines.

Amidst rising instances of back pain and spine-related issues, Aster Medcity aims to spread the message through 'Nadu Vandi' and the 'Spine Up' challenge on how to protect the spine's health through active lifestyles that are often neglected in our busy routines.