This course covers back pain and injuries, focusing on how they occur, how to treat them, and methods for prevention.

Starting with back injury statistics, it explores the spine’s structure, regions, and functions. The course discusses causes of back problems, including poor lifting techniques, workplace conditions, aging, and medical conditions. You’ll learn about ergonomics, diagnosis, and treatment of back pain.

Practical advice for maintaining back health, recognizing early symptoms, and proven manual handling techniques are provided, along with alternatives to lifting in the workplace.