Alabama Orthopaedic Specialists, P.A.: Article: Preventing Back Pain at Work and at Home

 

Preventing Back Pain at Work and at Home
AAOS
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Copyright 2000

Plan ahead what you want to do and don't be in a hurry. Position yourself close to the object you want to lift. Separate your feet shoulder-width apart to give yourself a solid base of support. Bend at the knees. Tighten your stomach muscles. Lift with your leg muscles...(Full story)