Lifting Injuries

Whether you’re lifting weights, heavy boxes at work, or furniture at home, you are at risk of developing a lifting injury. Below, our team at Life Force Chiropractic in Glen Burnie, MD, shares some of the most common lifting injuries, how to treat them, and tips for preventing them.

Common Lifting Injuries

Lifting injuries can fit into different categories, including those listed below.

• Back injuries: Strains are a common cause of back pain but they aren’t the only ones. Lifting heavy items improperly can also cause a misalignment, herniated discs, nerve compression, and more.
• Neck injuries: Your neck might not seem to be involved in lifting, but it actually is. Poor posture, tensing up too much, lifting something too heavy, and similar issues can lead to herniated discs, tension, and more. These injuries can cause neck pain, back pain, and more.
• Shoulder injuries: Lifting can cause various issues within the shoulder, but overuse is a common one.

How to Prevent Lifting Injuries

You can significantly reduce your risk of sustaining a lifting injury with just a few steps.

• Warm up before you get started.
• Remember to lift with your legs instead of your back.
• If an item is too heavy, get help.
• Pay attention to your posture and lifting techniques.
• Take breaks so that you don’t get fatigued and lose your form.

How to Treat Lifting Injuries

One natural and holistic method for recovering from lifting injuries is to visit a chiropractor for chiropractic adjustments.

An adjustment can help restore proper alignment to your spine, potentially relieving pressure from your discs and nerves. It can also help relieve neck pain and back pain, especially when combined with soft tissue techniques, therapeutic exercises, and more.

Get a Chiropractic Adjustment from a Chiropractor for Back Pain and Neck Pain

Whether you’ve sustained a lifting injury or want to help prevent one, our team at Life Force Chiropractic in Glen Burnie, MD, can help. Call (410) 760-4141 to schedule an appointment with a “chiropractor near me” today.