risks for back pain

Last reviewed 10/2020

  • heavy physical work
  • frequent bending
  • twisting
  • poor lifting technique
  • pulling and pushing
  • repetitive work
  • static posture
  • vibrations
  • psychosocial factors – stress, distress, anxiety, depression (1)

Reference:

1. Back pain Europe. European Guidelines for the management of acute non-specific low back pain in primary care