Common Causes

Common Causes of Back Injury

• Heavy Lifting [especially repetitive lifting over long periods of time].
• Twisting at the waist while lifting or holding a heavy load [like when shoveling].
• Reaching & lifting [overhead, across a table, out the back of a truck].
• Lifting or carrying objects with odd or awkward shapes.
• Working in awkward, uncomfortable position. Sitting or standing too long in one position.
• Slips, trips & falls.

Some people suffer back pain because they sleep in a bad position, or because their mattress is too soft or does not provide enough support.  Question: What is the best sleeping positions for your back? Your Side, Your Back, Your Stomach?  Answer: On your side [with knees slightly bent] or on your back [with a pillow under your knees].

If you’ve been waking up with a sore back, try these sleeping positions. If that doesn’t work, you might try a new mattress or put boards under your old mattress to firm it up. Of course, it is always wise to check with your physician about any sort of health problem.