Avoid bending from your waist only; bend at the knees and hips.

Avoid lifting heavy objects you wish to lift.

Always turn and face the object you wish to lift.

Avoid carrying unbalanced loads.

Hold heavy objects close to your body.

Never carry or move anything which you cannot handle with ease.

Avoid sudden movements. Learn to move more deliberately, smoothly and gracefully.

Change positions frequently.

In mopping, vacuuming, raking, hoeing, etc. always work with the tool close to the body. Never use a giant step and a long reach in these activities. Hold with two hands and move you body back and forth.

Sit down to dress: shoes and socks, etc. Don't bend from the waist while trying to balance on one foot.

Women should wear low heels.

When you cough or sneeze, round your back and bend your knees slightly.

When making a bed, do so from a kneeling position .