 | Safe Moving and Lifting Many Emergency Medical Responders are injured every year because they attempt to lift or move patients improperly. Improper lifting and moving techniques can result in muscle strains and tears, ligament sprains, joint and tendon inflammation, pinched nerves, and related conditions. These conditions may develop gradually or may result from a specific event, such as a single, heavy lift. Pain, a loss of work, and disability may result. In most cases, these injuries are preventable.There is no one best way to move all patients. Many circumstances will affect the method you choose to use. The key is to take a brief moment to analyze the situation and think of all your options. Then choose the method that is safest for you, your coworkers, and the patient. |