Labour Support Tips – By Madeleine Ganly, Registered Massage Therapist

For those that suffer from low back pain something as simple as washing dishes can aggravate their low back pain.

Here is a technique that can help make washing dishes more comfortable:

1. Get as close to the sink as possible. Make sure you are not standing in a forward stooped position. 

2. Wear an apron to prevent getting your clothes wet while standing close to the counter.

3. Stand on cushioned mat- this encourages you to shift your weight as you stand.

4. Take breaks, if you have a lot of dishes break up the work into manageable work intervals.

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