[No. 382] To Prevent Injury—Because We Are the Ones Supporting Health 💪🩺

Working as a physical therapist,

I often hear from colleagues that those providing rehabilitation end up hurting their lower backs.

It is not uncommon to hear such stories.

I am in my late 30s.

I hear about lower back pain from seniors in their 40s and older,

and surprisingly, it is also common among staff in their 20s.

There is not just one cause,

but I often hear that the burden of assisting patients is significant.

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I have also experienced injuries 💪🩹

Of course, I have had injuries too.

There have been times when my elbows hurt.

There have been times when I felt discomfort in my shoulders.

But now, there is almost nothing that bothers me.

If I feel even the slightest discomfort, I do not push myself.

I rest.

I do stretches.

Practice self-care.

I try to face my body's needs before a major injury occurs.

The body is honest 🧠🏋️

Due to the nature of my work, I sometimes have the opportunity to palpate my colleagues' bodies.

People who complain of lower back pain often have...

very stiff muscles around their back and waist.

It is also not uncommon for the muscles around the buttocks to have low flexibility.

Furthermore,

there are cases where abdominal and leg muscle strength is insufficient.

Of course, that cannot be said to be the only cause.

However, if they continue to provide care every day in that state,

I sometimes feel that the burden on their lower back will increase.

What I continue to do 🌱🏋️

I am truly grateful to have been born with a sturdy body.

While being grateful to my parents and ancestors, I also continue my daily efforts to maintain this body.

Daily stretching.

Self-care.

Leg training.

Abdominal training.

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I feel that these small, consistent efforts

lead to reducing the risk of injury.

Because this is a job that supports health 🩺💪

Physical therapists are

in a profession that supports health.

That is precisely why

I believe it is important for us to be healthy ourselves.

Having a strong body,

and showing a vibrant presence,

can in itself

provide a sense of security and credibility to patients.

To provide even better medical care,

I want to continue valuing my daily training and lifestyle habits.

⚠️ Note

💪 This article is based on the author's experience and personal views.
🏋️‍♂️ There are individual differences in the effects and methods of training.
⚠️ Please perform exercises safely according to your physical condition and environment.
✅ Please take responsibility for your own decisions and actions.

Underlying × Cultivation
Fields, bodies, and investments—a way of life that keeps on tilling.
Renji Enko