Describe how lifting, posture, and body position can give rise to chronic pain syndromes;
Define modifiable associated risk factors for back pain;
Identify specific mitigation and prevention strategies;
Understand the role of provider education and how departments can help.
The suggestion that the back is fragile or easily injured is not only false but provides a foundational belief that can negatively influence the pain experience.
Warnings about lifting mechanics and avoiding heavy loads are common in publications, public service announcements, and educational courses. For example, it has been suggested that lifting while bent over (stoop lifting), rather than with the back as vertical as possible (squat lifting), increases loading on the spine. Stated in different terms, lifting with a “neutral” spine to avoid flexion or extension is commonly recommended. More terms that augment the association of threat with lifting, such as “shearing the spine” and “microtear
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Columbus Partners Up for Local Move Your Way® Campaign
Columbus Partners Up for Local Move Your Way® Campaign
Posted on March 17, 2021 by ODPHP
Due to COVID-19, pilot communities adapted their campaigns to help people stay safe while getting active. This blog post series highlights local events and initiatives from the community pilot program including creative ways to promote physical activity during social distancing.
This installment highlights successful campaign strategies that Columbus Public Health used to promote physical activity in Columbus, Ohio.
Pilot community at a glance: Columbus, OH
Community type: Urban
Lead agency: Columbus Public Health
Lead agency mission: To protect health and improve lives in the community
Masks Don’t Hinder Your Workout Performance, New Research Suggests Jordan Smith
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As the coronavirus continues to spread across the country, more cities and states are adopting mask mandates.
Many gyms and indoor training facilities require masks when working out to help slow the spread of coronavirus and COVID-19.
Two recent studies found that wearing a mask does not hinder performance, lung function, or oxygen levels.
The CDC recently updated their guidelines to specify that according to research, masks can also reduce your own exposure to infectious droplets through filtration, as well as reduce the spread to others.
As the coronavirus continues to spread across the country, more cities and states are adopting mask mandates.
Many gyms and indoor training facilities require masks when working out to help slow the spread of coronavirus and COVID-19.
Two recent studies found that wearing a mask does not hinder performance, lung function, or oxygen levels.
The CDC recently updated their guidelines to specify that according to research, masks can also reduce your own exposure to infectious droplets through filtration, as well as reduce the spread to others.
Though gyms and fitness studios have slowly reopened, that doesn’t mean the spread of coronavirus is under control. To help mitigate the spread, many gyms and indoor training facilities require clients to wear masks or face coverings. The good news: Early research suggests they don’t actually hinder your performance in terms of time to exhaustion or peak power output, and had no discernible negative effect on blood or muscle oxygenation le