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Many people injure their backs when they lift objects. When you reach your 30s, you are more likely to hurt your back when you bend to lift something up or put it down.
This may be because you have injured the muscles, ligaments, or disks in your spine in the past. Also, as we get older our muscles and ligaments become less flexible. And, the disks that act as cushions between the bones of our spine become more brittle as we age. All of these things make us more prone to having a back injury.
Alternate NamesNonspecific Back pain - lifting; Backache - lifting; Sciatica - lifting; Lumbar pain - lifting; Chronic back pain - lifting; Herniated disk - lifting; Slipped disk - lifting
How You Can Prevent InjuryKnow how much you can safely lift. Think about how much you have lifted in the past and how easy or hard that was. If an object seems too heavy or awkward, get help with it.
If your work requires you to do lifting that may not be safe for your back, talk to your boss. Try to determine the most weight you should have to lift. You may need to meet with a physical therapist or occupational therapist to learn how to safely lift this amount of weight.
Following these steps when you bend and lift will help prevent back pain and injury:
- Spread your feet apart to give your body a wide base of support.
- Stand as close as possible to the object you are lifting.
- Bend at your knees, not at your waist.
- Tighten your stomach muscles as you lift the object up or lower it down.
- Hold the object as close to your body as you can.
- Slowly lift, using your muscles in your hips and knees.
- As you stand up with the object, do NOT bend forward.
- Do NOT twist your back while you bend to reach the object, lift the object, or carry the object.
- Squat as you set the object down, using the muscles in your knees and hips.
Review Date: 10/24/2011
C. Benjamin Ma, MD, Assistant Professor, Chief, Sports Medicine and Shoulder Service, UCSF Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
What else can I help you with?
What is the proper bending procedures?
Proper bending procedures involve maintaining good posture, using your legs to lift and bend instead of your back, and avoiding twisting while bending. It's important to keep the object close to your body when bending and to avoid sudden jerking movements. If possible, use bending aids or equipment to assist in lifting and bending tasks.
What is the correct lifting method called?
The correct lifting method is called biomechanically safe lifting, which involves using proper body mechanics to prevent injury while lifting heavy objects. This includes techniques such as keeping a straight back, bending at the knees, and using the power of the legs rather than the back.
Is there any specific training to become a moving professional?
To become a moving professional, there does not appear to be any type of specific training. Professional movers may be trained by the company they are hired to work in bending and lifting the correct way.
What heals the inner torso after a fall leaves a black and blue?
Not much will. Just try not to do a lot of lifting and bending and take it easy.
What precautions should be taken when lifting a heavy object?
When lifting a heavy object, it is important to use proper lifting techniques to prevent injury. Some precautions to take include bending at the knees, keeping the back straight, lifting with the legs, and avoiding twisting while lifting. It is also important to ask for help if the object is too heavy to lift alone and to take breaks if needed.
How can lower back pain be prevented when lifting the leg?
Lower back pain when lifting the leg can be prevented by using proper lifting techniques, such as bending the knees and keeping the back straight. Strengthening the core muscles and maintaining good posture can also help prevent lower back pain.
What are the muscles in the lower back responsible for?
The muscles in the lower back are responsible for supporting the spine, maintaining posture, and facilitating movements such as bending, twisting, and lifting.
How do you learn about offsets and pipe bending?
You can check the links to the right, they might help you in finding some information on pipe bending and offsets.
Do these weights make your wrists sweaty?
It would NOT make your wrists sweaty if you are lifting them the right way since the muscles you are supposed to be exercising are your biceps and triceps.
Is spinal stenosis a qualifier for workmen's compensation if current employment aggravates the stenosis?
yes if job requires you to do bending, lifting andtwisting inrepetitive motions daily
Is lifting weights a good way to exercise?
Its the best way to excercise.
How can 13 year old get ripped?
A 13 year old can get ripped by eating right and exercising. Lifting weights is one way to get ripped at any age.
