Heavy Lifting Accidents Are Common In Industries Across Texas and New Mexico

Heavy lifting takes place across a variety of industries. From retail to construction, medical offices, restaurants, warehouses, and even small offices — nearly every type of work environment may require that workers perform heavy lifting. However, some industries are known to have higher risks of work-related lifting accidents. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), heavy lifting tends to be one of the most reported injuries in the nation.

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• Muscle strains and ligament sprains: When muscles are overstressed, this often results in an acute strain or sprain. Prolonged or repetitive movements of the muscles and tendons often result in a chronic condition. Symptoms to look for include muscle cramping, difficulty walking, decreased flexibility, pain when bending, and discomfort standing for a long period of time.
• Lumbar vertebral disk herniations: Herniations typically occur when the tissue of the vertebral disk slips out of place. This usually takes place in the lower back. Symptoms may include trouble sleeping and muscle spasms as well as discomfort when moving.
• Abdominal hernias: Frequent heavy lifting may result in hernias that lead to weakness in the abdominal muscles, fluid displacement with the abdomen, as well as problems with full body weakness. Symptoms of abdominal hernias include fever, constipation, nausea, urinary issues, and pain in the abdominal area.