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Blog Overview Blogger Profiles Event Calendar You can also visit our other sites: EmployeeWellness.ca WellnessFair.ca Workplace Wellness Info on NaturalHealthcare.ca	\| Share: \| more Workplace Wellness for Nurses Avoiding back injury from NurseTogether.com Some good advice from the people over at NurseTogether.com aimed at helping nurses, nursing assistants, and other health care workers avoid back injury while lifting, bending, and other associated activities. Get in Shape: If you are in poor physical condition you are more likely to get injured. One extra pound of weight increases back strain by ten pounds. Take more Breaks: A study from Ohio State University found that even two 15 minute breaks from routine work, along with a half hour lunch, helps to prevent body fatigue. Watch your Body Mechanics: Keep heavy objects such as patients as close to your body as possible, and in a safer lifting zone between your knees and shoulders. Manage Job Stress: A study from Ohio State University links stress and back pain. We'd add: drink water - staying hydrated helps your muscles function properly and keeps your brain in top order - which will help you make better decisions. Knowing your limits and when to call for assistance is key. As many as 12% of nurses leave the profession as the result of back injuries. Read the full article at the link - it has a couple of suggested exercises and great info! Source (please note, some articles are only available for a limited time.) 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