Before The Lift

Question 1

Body mechanics

Answer 1

Use of one’s body to produce motion that is safe, energy efficient, and maintains body balance, and control

Question 2

Least amount of stress to most amount of stress, body positions

Answer 2

Supine
Erect
Sitting
Forward leaning
Sitting and forward leaning

Question 3

LOG

Answer 3

Line of gravity

Runs straight down through the axial spine

Extends from the center of gravity, through the base of support

Question 4

COG

Answer 4

Center of gravity
lies at the level of S2 in the spine

When the line of gravity falls outside of the base of support reaction is going to be needed in order to stay balanced

Question 5

BoS

Answer 5

Base of support

Foot position
Width under hips
1 foot forward
T position

Question 6

5 cardinal rules

Answer 6

Keep load close
Create an appropriate base of support
Use isometric contractions of trunk
Lift with legs
Don’t twist