Janne compares three lifting techniques (straight-leg/stoop, squat, and semi-squat), discusses which muscle groups and metabolic demands each favors, and explains a graded approach to managing lifting-related back pain.
Have you ever heard the comment that you should lift in the "right way"? Well, what on earth is the right way, and what kind of lifting methods are there? In this video we'll go through these lifting techniques and what the literature says about how we should lift in everyday life.
Lifting is unavoidable - it occurs in daily activities, at the gym, or even on shopping trips. The interesting thing is that lifting is generally associated with back problems and is often blamed for back symptoms. So in this clip we'll take a peek at a few different lifting mechanics and consider how different lifting techniques change the body's load, and how we should lift. ---
Janne compares three lifting techniques (straight-leg/stoop, squat, and semi-squat), discusses which muscle groups and metabolic demands each favors, and explains a graded approach to managing lifting-related back pain.
The video demonstrates specific movement patterns and clinical exercise progressions: Have you ever heard the comment that you should lift in the "right way"? Well, what on earth is the right way, and what kind of lifting methods are there? In this video we'll go through these lifting techniques and what...
If symptoms relating to "Are Lifts Hazardous? Learn the Proper Technique for Safe Lifting!" persist for more than 1–2 weeks, interfere with sleep or daily function, an in-person OMT evaluation is recommended to identify the root cause and ensure proper rehabilitation.
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Get Free PDF Guides (Google Drive)Medical Disclaimer: The information presented in this article is strictly for educational purposes and does not replace a clinical physical therapy evaluation, medical diagnosis, or individualized treatment plan.
