Resources, Posture
Correct Lifting Posture
Maintaining a correct lifting posture is vital in order to prevent injury and for your recovery to be enhanced along with your physiotherapy treatment.
Having a correct lifting posture will prevent unwanted strain, pressure and accumulative trauma to affected regions of your muscular, skeletal and neural systems of your body. The most crucial aspect of having a good lifting posture is to maintain a neutral lumbar spinal position of the lower back. It is integral to avoid arching or hunching the lower back.
For medium to heavy objects use a squat technique For light objects use a lunge technique As the saying goes, ‘Practice makes Perfect!’ Practice these correct techniques and you will be amazed at how your body will respond! Once you read this page answer the questions on the sheet given by your physiotherapist at Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Australia and bring that to your next treatment session.
Please view the following lifting posture examples to ensure you are lifting correctly.
Squat technique
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Lunge technique
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