Back Injury

Back pain and injury is one of the leading causes of emergency room visits throughout the year. Often back injuries can be prevented by applying safe back techniques. A few tips for back safety include:

• Tip #1:
  When lifting objects, bend your knees and use the muscles of your legs, not the muscles of your back.
• Tip #2:
  When moving extremely heavy objects, push rather than pull the item.
• Tip #3:
  Wear shoes that are flat or have very low heels.
• Tip #4:
  If sitting or driving for long periods of time, take a break and stretch every few hours.
• Tip #5:
  Exercise on a regular basis.