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Elite Physical Therapy - Health Education Library

Welcome to the comprehensive medical library of Elite Physical Therapy. The information shared below is provided to you as an educational and informational source only and is not intended to replace a medical examination or consultation or medical advice given to you by a physician or other medical professional.

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Back Safety: LiftingSeguridad para la espalda: c³mo alzar un objeto

Back Safety: Lifting

Lifting can strain or even injure your back. Follow these tips to keep your back safe while you bend, lift, and carry.

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Step 1:

Face the object.
With your back straight, get down on one knee.
If you can, tilt the object so one side lifts off the ground.
Keep the object close to you.

Step 2:

Tighten your stomach muscles.
Use your legs, arms, and buttocks to lift, not your back.
Avoid twisting.
Lift the object to your knee.
Grasp the object firmly.

Step 3:

Lift with your arms and legs, not your back.
Move quickly to help make this easier.

To Carry an Object:

Hold it close to your body.
Bend your knees slightly as you walk. The heavier the object, the more you should bend your knees.
Get help with heavy or unbalanced objects.

Date Last Reviewed: 2007-01-15T00:00:00-07:00

Date Last Modified: 2002-07-09T00:00:00-06:00

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