Back Support

[tinkerbell23]

Does anyone wear one or recommend one?

I have a physical job and get the odd twinge...

Moved a large TV myself today and can definately feel the strain..

Id do good to protect my back i think ...my parents have sore backs/ sciatica and i can definately feel the odd pain in my back and sciatic nerve..

Im not in agony by any matter of means... Some of the poor ones in my work really suffer x

[anneasquith]

40 years in the health service, what did I get..............chronic backache :(

[jno]

you probably know all this stuff already, but just in case

http://www.webmd.com/back-pain/living-with-low-back-pain-11/protect-your-back

[tinkerbell23]

Yeah anne and im blinkin heading for it ...i can feel
It and ive a loooooong way to go x

[tinkerbell23]

Thank you jno its always good to refresh!!

Eg: dont lift 50" telly alone tinks!!
I didnt have the oomph in me later to push/pull a pouffe and when i get up i just KNOW if i get up to quick it will go! Feels like an elastic band about to piiiiing!!

[Psybbo]

Hey tinks, everything else ok? love sibs

[tamborine]

try a Belladona plaster, they're good for support & relief but you shouldn't be exerting yourself moving heavy things. Take care tinx x

http://www.achieverhealthcare.in/belladonna-plaster.htm

[tinkerbell23]

Yes psybo!! Just moved house this wk!! Painter & decor in today so i dragged that telly myself DOH ...

Work is super busy also so my wee back
Is feeling the strain from moving & work! Hows u xx
Thanks tambo xxxx

[woofgang]

speaking as a retired occupational therapist, the best protection for your back is strong muscles and avoiding doing things that could damage it!
your employer has legal responsibilities to ensure that you can work in a way that will minimise the risk of injury.
advice for employer and employee here.
http://www.hse.gov.uk/msd/backpain/

I lifted patients before the LOLER regs came in and have the iffy back to prove it. Once your back is damaged, that is it, please be careful.

[tinkerbell23]

Thank you woofy i do try to ensure there are enough people there to help with tasks... Alot to do with being on my feet alot aswell i think!

Ive spent alot on having a really comfy bed aswell. Xx

[Psybbo]

Lovely to see you again and hope the love life is going well xxx

[jamesnan]

My husband got a back support from Screwfix which he wears when lifting bags in the garden. It wraps round and is fixed with velcro, and he swears by it.

[tinkerbell23]

Its lovely to see you too syb & wedding plans coming along nicely!

The SKY tv man had a support on today. Must look thanks all xx

[jno]

Just moved house this wk

well I hope you bent your knees before moving it!

[Gavmacp]

Hello Tinkerbell how the hell are you??
If you are serious and from someone that has had his L5/S1 disc removed. Keep your weight down, exercise regularly, maybe take up Pilates. Best to do it before the problems start!!
Lots of love,
Gavin
P.s DO NOT MOVE ANYTHING THAT IS AWKWARD ON YOUR OWN!!!

[tinkerbell23]

Gav longtime no speak how are u??

Im doing well... I did bend my knees JNO hahahah!!

I was daft moving that telly i know!! Pilates is a fab idea- i need some me time and a little more exercise- im ok weight wise but sooo run down, a little class like that would go a long way actually x

[Mosaic]

When I am going to be digging or lifting heavy stuff I wear one of these:
http://www.physioroom.com/catalog/Back_Support_Belts/3084.html
I find it is fantastic for stopping the old war wound playing up.