We made it through the cold, dark days of winter and spring is finally here! This is the time of year when we like to get a good spring cleaning in the house and start getting back to yard work. That means it’s the time of year where we see a lot of new injuries and aches start to pop up. Here are a few tips to help prevent any injuries as you get your house and yard warm weather ready!
If you’re going to lift, make sure you use your legs! Avoid lifting with your back since the extra stress can cause an injury.
Avoid staying in one position for a prolonged period of time. Avoid leaning, reaching, and bending forward. Staying in this position for a prolonged period of time will cause stress to the back and give you pain. Also avoid kneeling for prolonged periods or time to prevent knee injuries.
If it’s too heavy, ask for help! Ask for help if you’re trying to move or lift bags of heavy mulch or furniture inside your house. Don’t try to do it on your own, you’re just asking for an injury! Use tools designed to assist if no one is available to help. Utilize wheelbarrows or dollies.
Don’t try to do everything in one day. I know we want to get everything done as fast as possible, but it is important to pace yourself so you don’t fatigue your body making it more susceptible to injuries.
Call our office TODAY at 703-450-4300 and start handling your aches and pains FOR GOOD!
By Alyssa Burke, PTA
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