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CHICAGO (WLS) — Dr. Adam Yanke, a sports medicine physician from Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush Immediate Ortho Care Clinic and team doctor for the Chicago Bulls, Chicago White Sox and DePaul Blue Demons, shares advice about how to avoid injury this winter.
Shoveling Snow
Dr. Yanke said the good news is 15 minutes of is considered good moderate physical activity. It can be a great work out. The bad news is that shoveling can cause sprains and strains, particularly in the back and shoulders. Snow blowing can cause lacerations and finger amputations if not operated correctly.
Use the right shovel. Don’t use a shovel that is too heavy or too long for you. The ergonomic shovels are great for reducing back strain.
Push the snow, don’t lift. If you must lift, squat with your legs apart, knees bent, and back straight. Lift with your legs. Don’t bend at the waist. Scoop small amounts of snow and don’t put too much weight on your spine. Never remove deep snow all at once.
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