"Lift light and lift right"
We all put immense stresses on our spine daily. Whether you are reaching into your car to pick-up a child, loading grocery bags into your trunk, or digging weeds in your yard, your back endures a daily assault-course. Each time we lift too much, or lift in an awkward way, we risk injury to our spine. To minimize your chances of injury from lifting, follow these easy steps:
If it seems too heavy, don't lift it! Get help!
Do not lift at arms length; always get close to the object.
When lifting or lowering an object, bend your hips and knees while keeping your back straight. This is known as the "power position". Do not hunch over an object, and never lift with straight legs while bending at the waist.
Never make sharp movements. Lift smoothly!
Never twist your back when moving an object. Move your feet instead!
We all put immense stresses on our spine daily. Whether you are reaching into your car to pick-up a child, loading grocery bags into your trunk, or digging weeds in your yard, your back endures a daily assault-course. Each time we lift too much, or lift in an awkward way, we risk injury to our spine. To minimize your chances of injury from lifting, follow these easy steps:
If it seems too heavy, don't lift it! Get help!
Do not lift at arms length; always get close to the object.
When lifting or lowering an object, bend your hips and knees while keeping your back straight. This is known as the "power position". Do not hunch over an object, and never lift with straight legs while bending at the waist.
Never make sharp movements. Lift smoothly!
Never twist your back when moving an object. Move your feet instead!
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