How Do You Do Proper Body Mechanics For Lifting?
Maintaining good alignment of the spine is essential in doing any kind of posture or movement. This is mostly important in activities that require exertion of effort such as lifting. When lifting something, the structures of the body (skeletal, muscular or visceral), should work in harmony with each other to prevent problems. A certain amount of load may be placed on the back when doing this activity – but injury can be avoided if you do it right. Here are some useful tips on how to lift safely. Assess the weight of the object first before attempting to lift it. If it’s too heavy for you, ask for assistance or use a certain device that can help you with your lifting. Think of some safe strategies on how to carry the object, what path you must take, and where to place it. If someone is assisting you with the lift, makes sure to coordinate with him. Clear the path before proceeding with your lift. Get obstacles out of the way to avoid accidents. Face the direction of your task and positi
