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Back injuries are a big deal. They can lead to significant pain, trips to the doctor, missed work, and the inability to perform many normal, everyday activities. Back injuries can even lead to a lifetime of aches and pains. They don’t just happen to people who regularly perform heavy lifting. A back injury can occur during any activity, strenuous or not. It can all come down to poor posture and moving the spine out of its natural S alignment while lifting even the lightest of objects. How can you avoid poor lifting posture? Start by using your back strength to your advantage. When you lift, maintain the natural S curve as much as possible. You may have heard the phrase, “Bend with your knees, not your back.” This is advice to live (and lift) by. When you bend at the waist to pick up an object, the shape of your spine shifts. At the same time, weaker muscles end up doing the work to raise both the object and the person, returning them to the upright position. That’s a lot of work. People also injure their backs while bending to reach low or high locations. When you are forced to reach for an object, you shift your center of gravity, which causes additional stress on the spine and back muscles. Avoid reaching forward while lifting, and opt to keep frequently used items somewhere easy to access. SAVE YOUR BACK! Back Safety Basics When possible, rely on mechanical lift equipment, both manual and motorized. If a job is better suited to a forklift, hand truck, dolly, pallet jack, package lifter, or hoist, use one of those or any other assistive device rather than risking injury. Lifting Tips: • When standing in front of an object, keep your feet shoulder-width apart. • Shift one foot slightly forward for added balance. • Bend at the knees, and tighten your stomach muscles. • Use both hands to firmly grip the object. • Pull the object close to your body. • Stand up straight, pushing with your knees. • To turn while walking, do a full body turn rather than twisting at your waist.
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Request testimonies and reports. Don’t be surprised if other drivers
and passersby stop to try to help. Speak with them to see if they saw anything that could assist your case. Also, ask emergency responders to send you a copy of their reports. See a doctor. Arrange to see a doctor as soon as possible after being in a crash. Even if you feel fine, you should head to urgent care in order to catch subtle injuries early. This can also reduce your liability in case an injury worsens later. Call an attorney. Lastly, call a car accident lawyer for legal help. The negligent driver who caused your crash likely called their insurance company and blamed you. With an injury attorney on your side, you can fight for your rights and prove your side of the story.
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THE BEST LEFTOVER TURKEY SANDWICH
INSPIRED BY FOODNETWORK.COM
Thanksgiving may be held on Thursday, but the food often lasts at least through the weekend. To make the best use of the excess, grill up some killer turkey sandwiches.
INGREDIENTS
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2 slices sourdough bread 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
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2 tbsp leftover gravy
1 tbsp butter, room temperature
2 slices Swiss cheese
Note: Don’t worry if you don’t have all the leftovers required.
1/3 cup shredded leftover turkey 3 tbsp leftover cranberry sauce 1/3 cup leftover dressing or stuffing
DIRECTIONS
1. Coat inside of each bread slice with mustard and a slice of cheese. Place turkey and cranberry sauce on one slice and dressing and gravy on the other. 2. Combine sandwich and spread butter on both sides. 3. In a panini maker or large skillet, grill until crispy and golden brown. 4. Slice and serve.
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