Preventing 4 Common Injuries Caused by Moving

Moving houses can be a pain in the rear, figuratively and literally if you are not careful enough. As a professional moving company, we have seen our fair share of injuries inflicted by heavy lifting and lugging furniture across houses.

If you are not used to strenuous labor, it might be best if you sit this one out and let our pro movers handle the job. Relocating is already stressful as it is, you don’t need any injury to add any more to it.

We made a list of injuries that one can incur during moving and packing work. The most common are strained backs and cuts and scrapes. For the full list, read below!

Back Injuries

Moving requires a lot of bending and lifting motion. It is also your back that bears the brunt of handling most bulky items, including furniture and home appliances. As a common man unfamiliar with lifting techniques, there is only one wrong step between you and a grievous back injury. In fact, if the damage escalates to herniated discs, you might even require surgery to right it.

How to avoid back injuries?

➔ Invest in moving equipment like trolleys and straps to make the process easier.

➔ Find smaller boxes to pack, a big, heavy box may as very well be immobile

➔ To lug bulky furniture across the house, seek help from a couple of friends.

Broken Appendages (and Limbs)

With all the running around and loading boxes into moving trucks, it is not at all unusual to come across broken bones, especially in your finger and toes. Drop a heavy box on your foot and your toe is done for. Improper grip can also result in finger and hand injuries.

How to avoid broken bones?

➔ Put on thick gloves and closed-toed shoes

➔ Keep the walking passageways clutter-free and easy to navigate

➔ Don’t pack too much. Moving companies have a trick for these, go over twice with heavy-duty packing tape for the bottom of the boxes

Strained Neck and Shoulders

Some people insist on carrying heavy boxes on the top of their heads. The lifting motion can pinch a nerve or tear a muscle along the way. Sprain, dislocated shoulder joints, and collarbones along with torn nerves are some other common neck and shoulder injuries.

How to avoid Strained Neck and Shoulders?

➔ Do not carry bulky weight above your head, instead try engaging your core, hips, and thigh.

➔ Take frequent breaks so as to not overwork your muscles into aching

Cuts and Scrapes

Packing involves a lot of sharp tools, along the likes of scissors, box cutters and knives. No matter how careful you are, you will most likely sustain at least one minor laceration from all the cutting and taping. Often the rogue glassware or kitchen appliance might impart an injury on the unsuspecting layman.

How to avoid cuts and minor lacerations?

➔ Don gloves, full sleeves, and jeans to cover your skin as much as possible

➔ Keep a first aid kit handy

➔ Do not rush and avoid carelessness while handling sharp objects

Other Common Injuries While Moving

● Knee Injuries

● Twisted Ankles

● Torn Ligaments

● Muscle Injuries

● Hernia

Let Us Handle the Mess

The best way to prevent injuries while moving is to leave the job to the moving companies. A lot of you aren’t familiar with hard labor and a day of hauling heavy boxes to and from your house is not necessarily a good idea. Our professional movers will make relocating a breeze. On Call Moving is currently serving residents in Oklahoma City. Our services are distinguished by our efficiency, affordable rates, and professionalism. Contacting us is now simpler than ever before! Simply visit our website for a free quote and our customer service will take it from there.