DMG OrthopaedicsBeing cautious can reduce your risk of injury during snow removal, but accidents do happen. If you do experience an injury, our Orthopaedic specialists are available to help.
Call 630-790-1872 for appointments.
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Tips for preventing snow removal injuryYou won’t be able to avoid snow this winter, but you can avoid slips & strains by learning the safest way to remove snow & ice from around your home.
shoes that gripWear boots that have slip-resistant soles to
avoid slips & falls
proper gearChoose outerwear that provides both
insulation & ventilation
beat the pile-upStart early to avoid heavy,
excessive snow
warm upWarm up your muscles with easy stretching 10
minutes before shoveling
Pace yourselfShoveling can be very strenuous, take a break
instead of racing to the finish line
break timeTake breaks and drink
plenty of fluids
Gearing Up
Digging In
Avoiding Injury
proper equipment Make sure the shovel
is not too heavy or long to avoid injury
push don’t lift Push snow as much as possible to avoid excessive bending
bent knees, straight back
When lifting, keep your knees bent and your
back straight
limit bending at the waist
Avoid excessive bending at the waist to avoid
back strain
avoid overthe shoulder
To avoid back & shoulder injuries, don’t throw snow too far over your shoulder
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