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What To Do To Stop Lower Backpain From Progressing Since Have To Stand For Hours And Lift Heavy Boxes?

I work for a company in the backroom and I stand for anywhere from four to seven hours at a time along with lifting really heavy boxes and was wondering if there was anything I can do to help me with my lower back issues they are very minor but I want to avoid them getting any worse.
Wed, 8 Jan 2014
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Hi welcome
Im dr.hema physiotherapist
As a routine I require more details for proper assesment
1.age
2.sex
3.duration, type and severity of pain
4.mid or paraspinal region of pain
5.height and weight.

However steps can be initiated in the mean time preventive aspect is provided.

Low back pain is common among people who stands or sits for long time.
Proper ergonomics, exercises diet plays role in prevention the same.

1.ice massage and hot water fermentation alternatively 3 times a day, for minor pain u mentioned
2.maintaining proper posture
While standing
While lifting weights(never bend your waist, instead bend the knees)
3.streching exercises which helps to reduce pain and also prevent further strains.(can be done in between work or during prolong posture)
4.maintain BMI (proper diet and exercise)
5.proper use of shoes
6.once you are feeling better regular aerobic exercises like swimming, walking, bicycling
Can keep your back in good condition.
7.prevention of episodes of back pain can be done by strengthening back hip pelvic abdominal muscles, however heavy abdominal crunches must be avoided.
If pain aggregates or any numbness of hip or leg you can consult your doctor for further assessment.

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What To Do To Stop Lower Backpain From Progressing Since Have To Stand For Hours And Lift Heavy Boxes?

Hi welcome Im dr.hema physiotherapist As a routine I require more details for proper assesment 1.age 2.sex 3.duration, type and severity of pain 4.mid or paraspinal region of pain 5.height and weight. However steps can be initiated in the mean time preventive aspect is provided. Low back pain is common among people who stands or sits for long time. Proper ergonomics, exercises diet plays role in prevention the same. 1.ice massage and hot water fermentation alternatively 3 times a day, for minor pain u mentioned 2.maintaining proper posture While standing While lifting weights(never bend your waist, instead bend the knees) 3.streching exercises which helps to reduce pain and also prevent further strains.(can be done in between work or during prolong posture) 4.maintain BMI (proper diet and exercise) 5.proper use of shoes 6.once you are feeling better regular aerobic exercises like swimming, walking, bicycling Can keep your back in good condition. 7.prevention of episodes of back pain can be done by strengthening back hip pelvic abdominal muscles, however heavy abdominal crunches must be avoided. If pain aggregates or any numbness of hip or leg you can consult your doctor for further assessment.