Spring isn’t just about flowers and rain showers, but it’s also about decluttering our homes and embracing the good ole’ tradition of spring cleaning.Unfortunately, due to the labor intensive duties that go into many of our spring cleaning rituals, we run a high risk for injuries, especially if the proper safety precautions aren’t taken.
AAOS Expert Advice:“We all want a perfectly clean house with the snap of a finger, so we tend to rush through a numerous amount of burdensome tasks in a short period of time, and that’s where we put ourselves at risk for injuries,” said orthopaedic surgeon and AAOS spokesperson Lana Kang, MD. “Whether it’s a fall caused after making a wrong step on a ladder or straining a back muscle, it’s best to pace yourself, complete one task at a time, and take regular breaks.”
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, every year more than 35,500 people injured themselves using a stepladder.
Before creating your spring to-do list, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons(AAOS) urges everyone to make these spring cleaning safety tips a priority.
AAOS Safety Tips:
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