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The physical limitations that someone with a back injury might experience depend on which part of the back is injured and the severity of the injury.
People with back injuries might experience limitations in one or more of the following activities: standing, sitting, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling, crouching, running, driving, walking, and jumping.
Follow the links below to find information about back injuries.
Reviewed September 2009
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Links to information on back pain, including low back pain.
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Safety with transfers and lifting
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Novita Children's Services
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The importance of safe lifting for people handling children with physical disability is explained and the common causes of back pain listed. Some suggestions are provided for how to look after one's back including the use of special lifting equipment.
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Jul 2009
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Rowing - preventing injury
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Better Health Channel
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Rowing is a fun way to get fit. The physical skills you need include stamina, strength, balance, timing and technique. Common injuries include lower and upper back pain, muscle injuries, knee pain, wrist tendonitis, blisters and rib stress fractures. Prevention can manage the risk of injury.
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Oct 2008
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Workplace safety - manual handling injuries
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Better Health Channel
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Manual handling is a common cause of injury in the workplace. Attention to posture and lifting technique can help, but research indicates that changing workplace design is the most effective way of preventing injuries. Organisations such as the Victorian WorkCover Authority can offer information and advice.
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Aug 2008
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Farm safety - manual handling
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Better Health Channel
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Farm workers can injure themselves while lifting animals, hay bales or other heavy loads. Many back injuries can be prevented with good posture and safe working habits. Get help to lift or carry a heavy load whenever possible, using another worker or appropriate mechanical aids.
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May 2008
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Back to basics: handy hints for carers to help prevent back injuries
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Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs
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A booklet developed to assist carers - providing handy hints for carers to help prevent back injuries. The booklet provides practical, user friendly advice for carers to use in their daily routines.
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Mar 2007
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