Understanding body and restraints

                                     Understanding Body and Mechanice- Body mechanics is a term used to describe the ways we move as we go about our daily lives. It includes how we hold our bodies when we sit, stand, lift, carry, bend, and sleep. Poor body mechanics are often the cause of back problems. ... You will be glad you learned them as they can save you from back pain and discomfort. 3.2 Body Mechanics Body mechanics involves the coordinated effort of muscles, bones, and the nervous system to maintain balance, posture, and alignment during moving, transferring, and positioning patients. Proper body mechanics allows individuals to carry out activities without excessive use of energy, and helps prevent injuries for patients and health care providers (Perry, Potter, & Ostendorf, 2014). Musculoskeletal Injuries A musculoskeletal injury (MSI) is an injury or disorder of the musc...