back trouble
By jenni2laugh
@jenni2laugh (26)
United States
June 29, 2008 12:37pm CST
hi i work at an assisted living facility, i love my line of work it is just that i am starting to get back pain from bending over helping the residents. does anyone have any tips on this to help ease the pain? i have tried stretching that works sometimes. your comments would be much appreciated!
jenni
3 responses
You should also purchase a back brace this really works, I have been out for a while, I know when I go back my back is going to feel it, I will make sure I have a brace this will help me/you alot.
Thank you.
@Wizzywig (7847)
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29 Jun 08
Your employer should provide equipment to keep your bending to a minimum. Where I work, we raise the level of the beds and use hoists. Try to bend your knees rather than your back. I find that applying a warmed wheatpack helps or, if you have someone to massage the affected area there are pain relieving gels available.
