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Three Tips For Getting Dressed After a Back Injury

Having a back injury can be unpleasant and uncomfortable. Learn ways to help you get dressed more easily so you can put this worry aside as you heal.

Dealing with a back injury can be frustrating and inconvenient, and getting dressed is one of the obstacles you’ll be facing in your recovery. The good news is that there are tips you can use to help you effortlessly dress yourself each day so you can look good and go on with your life.

Leaving Plenty of Time
The first tip to help you get dressed effortlessly after a back injury is to leave yourself plenty of time. Avoid having to rush around figuring out what you’re going to wear and how to get the clothing on properly. You’re going to be moving slowly and will need these extra minutes as a cushion in case you’re struggling with a particular garment. Also, you’ll be minimizing the chance that you’ll aggravate your injury when you’re able to take your time.

Choose Your Attire Wisely
It’s best to avoid wearing complicated clothing with buttons and snaps when you’re recovering from a back injury. Instead, choose garments that have elastic and are loose-fitting. You want to be able to get the clothing on and off easily without much fuss. Now is a good opportunity to change up your wardrobe a bit and only wear clothing that fits your current needs. Also, be sure to talk to your boss and see if you can wear what’s’ comfortable for you to work.

Focus on Your Technique
It’s important that you focus on your technique when trying to get dressed after a back injury. You may even want to consult with orthopedics experts and ask them for pain management tips and advice about getting dressed more easily. You can also eliminate any bending by using your bed as a tool to help you put on your clothes. For example, lying on the bed to put on your pants eliminates worry you might have about falling over due to lack of balance.

After a back injury, you’re going to face many challenges, including getting dressed while trying to heal properly. At 360 Orthopedics we can help make this task and the process of recovering a lot easier through our physical therapy services. Contact us to learn more.

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