As horse owners we always seem to be lifting. Wheelbarrows of manure, hay bales and bags of grain need moving. Saddles and other equipment have to be carried. That means we have to look after our backs. Laura Inverarity, D.O., Guide to Physical Therapy has eight steps for a safe lifting technique, or read How to Lift by About Guide to Orthopedics, Dr. Jonathan Cluett. Anne Asher, About Guide to Back and Neck Pain, illustrates safe lifting with a step-by-step pictorial. You wouldn't want back pain to interfere with your riding plans!
Horse Activities and Lifting - Take Care of Your Back! originally appeared on About.com Horses on Sunday, September 12th, 2010 at 05:24:35.
