Bodycare Clinic Help and Advice
Top tips for back care.
| Keep moving and stretching |
| Take regular exercise |
| Take frequent breaks between repetitive tasks and vary the rhythm |
| Change position regularly, and try to avoid 'computer hump' |
| Pace yourself when the work is heavy e.g. gardening |
| Adjust car seats, and on long journeys, have breaks and stretch |
| Watch children's posture – don't let them carry bags on one shoulder |
| Avoid strain when lifting especially when shopping and with small children |
| Is your bed the right bed or is it getting old? - see the Beds section. |
As an additional resource we offer you a download of a pamphlet which is in PDF format, click on the link below.
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