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Movement10 min read

Back Pain When Bending Forward: Causes, Fixes and How to Pick Things Up

Bending pain is common and usually improves. Learn the hip hinge, how to pick things up and do everyday bends with less strain, a staged plan to rebuild bending, and which signs need urgent care.

Written by: Golden Simons, DPT
Medically reviewed by: Dr. Jossy Onwude, MD
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