Activities that could lead to injuries include:
- Working in awkward positions for long periods, which can strain muscles and joints.
- Exerting excessive force, which can cause strains and sprains.
- Using legs to lift items, especially if done with improper technique.
- Repeatedly performing the same tasks, leading to repetitive strain injuries.
- Sports and physical activities such as bicycling, using exercise equipment, skateboarding, basketball, swimming, football, playground equipment use, trampolines, soccer, baseball, fishing, skating, and horseback riding. These often result in fractures, sprains, strains, and head injuries.
- Carrying heavy backpacks or bags, and other strenuous activities like moving furniture or lawn work.
- Climbing ladders or stools, where improper safety precautions can cause falls.
- Activities involving slips and falls, such as around swimming pools.
Neutral standing positions and cold temperatures by themselves are less commonly direct causes of injury compared to the above activities but can be contributing factors in some contexts (e.g., cold can reduce muscle flexibility).
