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body-mechanics-injury-prevention

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Injury prevention through proper body mechanics for physical work. Use when someone has a physically demanding job, needs to lift heavy objects safely, stands all day, or wants to prevent repetitive strain injuries.

When to use

• User has a physically demanding job and wants to avoid injury
• User needs to lift something heavy and wants proper technique
• User stands for 8+ hours and has foot, knee, or back pain
• User does repetitive motions and is developing pain or numbness
• User wants a pre-shift warmup routine
• User is starting a new physical job and wants to prepare their body
• User already has a minor strain and wants to prevent it from worsening
• User is returning to physical work after time off or an injury

When not to use

• desk workers

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