1. Body Mechanics & ROM

2. LEVERS

4. Body Mechanics Terms relating to body mechanics
Body mechanics: using all of
body parts efficiently to safely
lift and move
Body alignments: refers to correct positioning of head, back, and limbs
Posture: position of body parts in
relation to each other

5. Body Mechanics Terms (continued) Mobility: the ability to move
Balance: the ability to maintain a
steady position that does not tip
Body support: advise used to
support body at work to
reduce damage when lifting,
moving, and transferring clients

6. Body Mechanics Rules for proper body mechanics
Use stronger, larger muscles
to perform tasks which require
physical effort
When moving heavy objects,
try to push or pull instead of
lifting the items

7. Body Mechanics Rules (continued) - Get help if object feels too
heavy to lift
- Lift in a smooth motion to
prevent injury

8. Body Mechanics Rules (continued) Maintain a good posture
Avoid twisting the body
Bend knees, keep back straight, spread feet about one foot
apart, and use leg muscles
when lifting.

9. Body Mechanics Conditions which affect moving, lifting, or
transferring clients
Obesity
Fragility
Amputation
Paralysis

10. Body Mechanics Conditions which affect moving,
lifting, or transferring clients (continued)
Extra equipment needs
Altered level of consciousness
Language barriers
Hearing or vision loss

11. Proper Posture

12. Ergonomics: The applied science of equipment design, as for the workplace, intended to maximize productivity by reducing operator fatigue and discomfort

13. Ergonomics- the science of work

14. Range of Motion: ROM

15. Range of Motion: ROM

16. ROM

17. ROM

18. ROM

19. Range of Motion: ROM

20. Range of Motion: ROM

21. ROM