How To Prevent A Back Injury

1) Carry packages in both hands

This creates balance in the hips and helps you keep stable.

2) Good support shoes

Running or walking, if your shoes don’t give you good support, this will affect your feet,

ankles, knees and hips.

3) Great Abdominal Muscles

Besides looking good, strong abdominal supports the back.

4) Stretching

Tight hamstrings and calves will pull on the back muscles. Spend time stretching; the cause

of most back pain is weak abs and tight hamstrings.

5) Posture

The strength of your back will have a direct effect on your posture. Good posture will help relive back pain.

6) Back support when sitting

If you spend much of your time sitting, consider a back support. It will help keep you upright.

7) Pelvic Control

Crucial for anyone with a bad back! Helps keep you from arching your back.

8) Do not lock knees out when standing

Locking out your knees will put a strain on knees and cause you to arch your back.

9) When lifting any object space the legs farther apart.

Your stance should be shoulder width. The wider your base at your feet the better balance you will have.

10) Do not lean to one side when standing

This will cause you to tilt your pelvis, putting pressure on the back.