[dshobbies]

OK Eddie, I'll back you up. Mom, you're in trouble now.

Truly, the best way to bend over is from the knees and lift with your thighs. Bending from the waist can be quite counter productive for your back and just like a bad reach or sneeze, can do more damage.

Everyone should always be cautious with their back and protect it but especially since you already have injuries, now is the time to be especially careful. You should also not twist or reach and brace yourself when you sneeze or cough. If you must reach or twist, like laundry and dishwasher duties, you should move slowly. Not taking care while doing pt could possibly be the reason you didn't find the relief you sought.

As a mother and grandmother, I will swallow my pride and tell you that sometimes, Mom doesn't know best. Just ask my kids. My grandchildren still think I'm pretty great though.

Please take care, Dale