It’s that time of year again! Every year thousands of people injure themselves shoveling snow, and almost half those injuries are soft tissue related. Here’s a couple tips before heading out. 

1) NO FATIGUE: When we get tired we tend to compensate and use improper lifting techniques. 

2) NO PAIN: If you start to feel a tweak or achy sensation anywhere STOP and take a break. 

3) PROPER FOOTWEAR: Wear something with a rugged sole, so you don’t end up on your butt! 

4) HYDRATION: It’s always a good idea to drink plenty of water. 

And remember, you can always put the kids to work! 

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/20825768/

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