Top Tips on Posture

A good posture can greatly improve and prevent back problems.  Follow these simple rules.

How To Stand:

• Don't round your back - imagine you are being lifted by a string fixed to the top of your head.

• Avoid hunching your shoulders and tensing your neck when stressed.

• Wear comfortable, low heeled shoes - high heels put more pressure on the back.

 How To Sit:

• Use an upright chair that supports your lower back.

• Support the small of your back with a small cushion.

• Stand up and stretch every 20 to 30 minutes.

• How To Lift:

• Always look for alternatives to lifting - can you push or pull?

• Lift only what you can handle and get help if you need it.

• Bend your knees and keep your back straight and your feet apert when lifting.

• Bend your knees and not your back when putting a load down.