Lifting – Bend your knees, not your back! Lift with your legs and hold objects close to your body. Lift objects only chest high. When the load is heavy, get help and plan ahead to avoid sudden load shifts. Always be sure of your footing. Driving – Move car seat forward to keep knees bent and higher than the hips. Sit straight, with both hands on the wheel. your legs or put your feet up on a stool. Sit firmly against back of chair. Water – Aim to drink half your body weight in ounces per day. Water helps hydrate your discs to reduce pressure on nerves being pinched.
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