13 Addressing Hips and Pelvis

Prevention Tips:

🦵 Strengthen Your Hips – Regular exercises to build hip and core stability reduce strain and prevent injury.
📏 Use Proper Lifting Mechanics – Squat, keep your back straight, and engage your legs when lifting heavy loads.
🐂 Stay Alert Around Livestock – Avoid standing in kick zones and use barriers when possible.
🚶 Watch Your Step – Uneven ground increases the risk of falls—wear supportive footwear and clear work areas of obstacles.
🪑 Adjust Equipment for Comfort – Ensure tractor seats and machinery are positioned to minimize awkward hip angles.

What to Do If Injured:

🩹 Strains & Bursitis – Rest, ice, and gently stretch to reduce inflammation.
🛑  Severe Pain or Fractures – Limit movement, avoid putting weight on the affected leg, and seek medical care immediately.
🔥  Sciatica – Apply heat, stretch carefully, and modify activities to reduce pressure on the nerve.

Additional Considerations:

🦴 Early Attention Prevents Long-Term Issues – Ignoring hip pain can lead to chronic stiffness, reduced mobility, and a higher risk of falls or fractures. Address discomfort early to prevent long-term damage.

🛠 Work Smarter, Not Harder – Using lifting aids, adjusting equipment for comfort, and pacing strenuous tasks throughout the day can reduce unnecessary strain on the hips.

🐂 Livestock Safety Awareness – Hips are a common target for kicks from livestock. Stay alert, use safe handling techniques, and avoid standing in direct kick zones.

🚜 Impact of Prolonged Sitting – Long hours on tractors or machinery can tighten hip muscles and lead to pain. Taking breaks to stretch and adjusting seat positioning can help prevent stiffness.

Cleveland Clinic. (2025). Pelvic pain: Causes, symptoms, treatment & relief. Cleveland Clinic. Retrieved February 27, 2025, from https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/12106-pelvic-pain