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Low Back Pain In The Heavy-Lifting Work Field

January 22, 2018

Many people suffer from low back pain at some point in their career. Low back pain can be exacerbated by many different types of jobs. It is seen most commonly with manual labor jobs due to improper posture and lifting. Low back pain can have acute flare ups that eventually turn into chronic pain throughout the years. It is important for you to take breaks at work, keep the core strong, and learn proper lifting mechanics.

Common Mistakes with Lifting

As a society we have become busy with our everyday work load that makes it easy to make mistakes with lifting. Here are some common mistakes made with lifting and how to correct them.

Right Wrong
Bend from the knees Bend from the back
Turn the body as a whole (nose follows toes) Twist the body
Take your time and plan the lift Perfor task quickly
If it is too heavy for you ask for help Perform task on your own
Hold the object close to the body Carry with outstretched arms
Widen your base of support Keep the feet together

Quick And Easy 15 Minute Exercise Routine

There are a variety of different types of exercises you can do for your low back. There are stretches to keep your back loose and limber. Then there are strengthening exercises to keep your core strong and supportive. It is good to do a mixture of both strengthening and stretching. Here is a list of general low back exercises that could be performed in 15 minutes or less.

Posted in Exercise on Jan 22, 2018