Shoveling Safely

Strategies for preventing injuries while shoveling

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Whether you greet winter weather with delight or dread, a fresh layer of snow usually requires some shoveling. Clearing snow from walkways, driveways, decks and the roof can be an opportunity for outdoor exercise on a beautiful winter day, but shoveling can also cause injuries. Cleveland Clinic physical therapist David Bailey, DPT, describes what he sees in his clinic, and offers some simple strategies to prevent injuries.

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