How to Use a Riding Mower or Push Mower with Back Pain
- Apr 4, 2025
- 1 min read
We highly recommend against this task if you are currently experiencing low back pain. We have several concerns:
➢ Most lawnmowers have poor back support.
➢ Many people when riding a lawnmower have their back in a flexed position.
➢ The vibrations and bouncing that accompany the use of the riding land mower are more likely to injure your back or prevent it from healing.
➢ Many people tend to sit for a long period of time when riding a mower.
They are not likely to take needed breaks. If you are going to use a riding lawn mower try the following:
➢ Strap a back support cushion to the back of the lawnmower
➢ Stop the mower, stand up, and do some back extensions every 20 minutes.
➢ If mowing for over an hour - stop the mower and walk for five minutes.
➢ After mowing DO NOT perform any lifting or bending for at least an hour. More walking is advised.
Check out the full Back Pain Relief Program series of videos along with downloadable guide sheets here: https://www.bobandbrad.com/health-programs/back-pain-relief-program
How to Use a Riding Mower or Push Mower with Back Pain
