Keep your feet flat and about shoulder width apart from one another
Let both upper arms touch your ribs on the sides, unless you are using one hand for support
As you bend, keep your back upright and straight and your shoulder blades pinched together
Bend only at the knees and hips. Do not bend over at the waist since this will put your upper back into a rounded position which can cause spine fractures.
Even when standing to brush your teeth or wash the dishes, try not to bend over at the waist, but rather bend at the knees and hips while keeping your back straight. (hip hinge)
When changing the direction you are facing, move your feet with your body. Do not twist the spine. Pivot on your heels or toes with your knees slightly bent. Keep nose, knees, and toes pointing in the same direction.
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Bending and Turning
- By sdivas
- Posted September 19, 2009 at 2:40 pm · 0 replies
- In Guidelines to safe movement and fall prevention
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