Handling Everyday Tasks

Handling Everyday Tasks

   
 

Choose a light weight teapot or fill a teapot up to half its capacity Teapot should have a large handle.

 

Hold the teapot with both the hands, so that the weight is distributed between both the wrist and forearm. If the teapot is hot, put a folded napkin below it.

 

Do not hold a cup like this. It will put strain on your fingers and knuckles.

 

Hold the cup with both hands

 

Hold the cup or a mug with both hands

 

Don’t carry dishes in one hand only. This strains your wrist and thumb. To minimize strain, use both hands

 

It is best to avoid carrying dishes, even on a try.

Use a trolly, to avoid straining your neck, shoulder, elbow, wrist and fingers.

 

Bib type taps – like this one, cause strain on your wrist, thumb,and fingers.

 

To reduce the effort and strain,

use a lever -style tap.

 

Don’t wring out clothes in the usual way.

It puts strain on your thumb and wrist.

 

After twisting the clothes around a tap, wring them out with both hands

 

Never lift somthing heavy in this way.

It will strain your back.

 

The correct technique : bend your knees. Rest your weight equally on both feet. Then hold the load close to your body and lift it.

   Tips for Back care
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