How to Protect Your Back While Moving

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Assess the situation before you begin.

   Take a look at what needs to be moved and if necessary, ask others to help you. , Do not assume you can lift or move something heavy on your own. , This will give you an idea of how to manage the lifting. , This will tuck your pelvis and keep your back balanced. , Stand close to whatever you are lifting.
   
   Keep your feet about shoulder width apart. , Squatting will keep your back properly aligned and use larger muscles in your legs to support your body and the weight of the object you are carrying. , Slowly straighten your knees and back while you stand up. , Lifting and moving an object in unison will prevent injury and keep one of you from dropping your end.
   
   Assign one person the responsibility of saying "lift" so there is no confusion. , Do not twist while you lift.
   
   This is dangerous for your back.
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   Step 2: Work with friends or partners to keep your back protected and make your move go faster.

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   Step 3: Visualize how you will lift heavy objects and boxes.

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   Step 4: Tighten your stomach muscles before you lift anything.

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   Step 5: Prepare to lift the object.

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   Step 6: Bend your knees as you grab the object.

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   Step 7: Lift the object by hugging it close to your body.

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   Step 8: Lift at the same time if you are working with another person.

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   Step 9: Concentrate on lifting before you do any turning or moving.

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