title: Preventing back injuries in EMS. What's the best approach to avoiding harm to providers?
abstract: Reducing back injuries requires a holistic approach and investment by all interested parties, from front-line staff to leadership and supporting agencies. As a provider, take the time to ensure you are lifting and moving equipment and patients in a manner that protects both the patient and you.
authors.forename: Kevin T
authors.initials: KT
authors.lastname: Collopy
authors.forename: Sean M
authors.initials: SM
authors.lastname: Kivlehan
authors.forename: Scott R
authors.initials: SR
authors.lastname: Snyder
mesh_terms: D019567:Back Injuries / Q000517:prevention & control*; D004632:Emergency Medical Services; D004634:Emergency Medical Technicians; D006801:Humans; D055805:Moving and Lifting Patients / Q000379:methods*; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000517:prevention & control*; D016272:Occupational Health