The back is a wonderfully designed system for flexibility, weight bearing, and mobility.   Unfortunately, because it works so well for so many years, we tend to neglect the needs of our back.  Keep in mind that our backs are not built for blunt force strength but for mobility and flexibility.  This is why lifting heavy objects can be harmful.  Furthermore, there is a huge difference between correct and incorrect posture.  The spine has a natural curvature and proper posture preserves these curves.  And even when you do sit with perfect posture, a completely static position can also compromise your back. Want to know more?? ...read on!   (If you would like to read the full article, click on the "Full Article" link)

Lifting Loads Safely
"Lift with the legs."  We've all heard this before, but proper body mechanics is more than a catch phrase.  There are much more factors to consider before lifting to make the effort worth will and efficient. Full Article

25 Things to Save Your Back
Here are 25 suggestions you can use everyday to maintain the health of your back. Full article

Back Belts
You see them every where, but do they really help?  Unsettling as it may be, the answer is not as clear as you might think.  However, proper body mechanics with the assistance of back belts might be able to save your back. Full Article

Neck Pillows
These thing do help.  But not all neck pillows will be right for you.  Don't buy whatever they are selling on TV, but find out what you should look for in a pillow. Full Article