AVOIDING HOLIDAY HAZZARDS

Does the thought of a Thanksgiving turkey or pecan pie being pulled out of the oven send your salivary glands into an automatic Pavlovian response? Well, not so fast...according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission approximately 6,200 people are injured each year in non highway related injuries during the holidays. So as you prepare for the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, here are just a couple of safety tips to keep you "n motion" in the New Year.

• Avoid back injury and strains by using proper body mechanics when lifting Christmas Trees, heavy dishes and gifts. (see http://www.onlinespineschool.com/ for proper lifting techniques)
• Avoid traumatic injury from falls by being aware of ladder placement when hanging lights and other decorations. It’s also recommended to have someone else present when dealing with heights.
• Avoid lacerations and amputations by using recommended protective gear i.e. goggles, gloves, and circular saw guards when putting together or making gifts.

Though helping people work through injury and returning to meaningful lives is our business, we prefer our "n motion" family stay safe at all times especially the holidays. Hope to hear from you all soon! Happy Holidays!!!