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Safe work and play practices, proper lifting techniques, and weight control may help to prevent back injury in some people.
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Proper exercises to strengthen the lower back and abdominal muscles are key in preventing excess stress and compressive forces on lumbar disks. Good posture will help prevent problems on cervical, thoracic, and lumbar disks.
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Nurses play a critical role in patient education in the prevention and treatment of disk herniation. One of the most important areas in which they educate patients is following disk herniation surgery.
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Good posture in sitting, standing, and lying down is helpful for the spine. Losing weight, if needed, can prevent weakness and unnecessary stress on the disks caused by obesity.Such alternative treatments as chiropractic, massage therapy, or acupu...
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In today's society, there's much confusion over what constitutes a healthy weight. Here are some ways to find out where you stand on the weight issue.
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Here are suggestions to help you help your children attain and maintain a healthy weight.
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Which is more important to you -- being able to wear the jeans you wore five years ago, or being able to move better, have more energy and improve your health?
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Food is your body's fuel. You can't live without it. The key is to give your body enough nutrients and energy without eating too much. Learn new eating habits to manage your weight.
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By following the appropriate safety procedures, you'll remind co-workers to do the same.
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Detailed information on creating and following a household safety checklist In order to protect you and your family, a thorough safety check of every room in your home should be conducted on a regular basis. Unintentional accidents, injuries, and non-traumatic emergencies may be prevented and your family will be healthier and safer when you practice a little prevention.
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Recent world events may have you feeling especially concerned about your family's safety. The biggest threats to safety, though, are very close to home. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), motor vehicle accidents, falls, accidental poisoning, drowning and choking are the leading causes of unintentional death in the United States. Don't overlook some of the easiest ways to keep your family safe. These 10 tips can help.
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For safety's sake, look through your home often. Keep an eye out for not-so-obvious hazards.
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The safer and more livable you make your home, the longer you can maintain your independence and avoid debilitating injuries.
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Many common household products contain chemicals that can cause injury or death if they are handled, stored or used improperly.
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Once your baby begins to walk, you'll need to keep a close eye on your child to protect your roving tot from hazards in the home.
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Aimed at older adults, this report provides practical advice on how to avoid common and often deadly accidents at home.
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