How to lift people without getting back pain?

Question

im a caregiver, and move/ lift my client a lot, i know your suppose to use your arms/legs and i thought i was but now my lower back is hurting, for relief laying down with my legs elevated helps, and taking ibuprofen a couple times a day helps, but would those belts people wear around their waist help:? when i roll my client over in bed, its hard NOT to use my back..any tips for relieving or lifting? thanks so much in advanced!

Answer 1

Yes, definitely use one of those back support belts.  If nothing else, they remind you to keep your back straight.  Also, try to do stretching before you start work.