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Overhead lifting

Overhead lifting means lifting or reaching with a load above shoulder level, which increases strain and balance demands.

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When lifting becomes dangerous in pregnancy

When lifting becomes dangerous in pregnancy

Why lifting becomes more stressful as pregnancy progresses The physical changes of pregnancy alter the way a load is handled. The center of gravity shifts forward, the abdominal wall stretches, ligaments become less stiff, and the pelvic floor has to manage a different pattern of pressure. At the same time, fatigue can arrive earlier, and […]