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Snow Shoveling Safety Tips

Posted at 3:49 PM, Jan 31, 2019
and last updated 2019-01-31 15:49:34-05

Garret Biese, Physical Therapist at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital shared tips on how to shovel snow safely.  Watch the video for more details.

  • Shovel while the snow is fresh.
  • Push the snow, don't lift it.
  • Don't twist your back.
  • Take breaks every 20-30 minutes.
  • Use a longer/lighter shovel.