2007-01-09 11:04:55 · 15 answers · asked by tupaclight 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
Its happens a lot, and you just have to try and place all your items that fits best to your body, I know its hard now a days with all the equiptment that is issued, but you have to try and accomodate your waist area to your gear, as best as you can, and I know that everyone has a different body structure, but you gotta try and be as comfortable as possible.
2007-01-09 11:14:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I have in my past employ as an armed security guard. I spoke to my doctor about this and found an interesting answer. The problem comes from the weight, or pressure exerted against the hip bones and the surrounding tissues. This actually can pinch and even(in some extreme cases) cause some bruising as well. The best way to aliviate this problem is actually not quite so simple. One way is to re-distribute your equipment more evenly around your duty belt as well as to use lighter weight or even less equipment on your belt. As stated, this isn't always easy or even possible. The other way is to wear B.D.U. style uniforms with an H-type harness to help support the weight from your belt. One other thing you could attempt is to take and use a low-on-the-thigh pouch to carry your cuffs and spare secondary-use(gloves, CPR mask, spare batteries, etc.) items in. This can help out. Bianchi and Safari Land make a good set that have two straps for the leg and not just one.
2007-01-09 11:17:54 · answer #2 · answered by mangamaniaciam 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Duty Belt Back Pain
2016-12-10 15:29:10 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You bet. Mine is so bad that I qualify for a handicap parking permit. The Doctors tell me that I have a buildup around the area where the nerve exits my hip bone on my right leg from the holster pressing against it for over 20 years and there's no surgery or anything that they dare to try for fear of damaging the nerve. They had me on Oxycontin for over a year (that was terrible) and other drugs like Neurontin, that robbed me of my memory. Some days it hurts so bad I can't stand it but I will never take another narcotic perscription for as long as I live. I fight it with Advil.
2007-01-09 11:12:44 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My biggest problem has come from where my weapon sits. Sometimes the point where the holster sits will affect my nerve and the hip will start to go numb. It's very painful. I don't have problems in any other area though. I suspect that when I change holsters I will have better luck.
2007-01-09 18:42:13 · answer #5 · answered by TCSO 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
YES!!
We have an officer on our service that has designed specially made suspenders that hold the belt and distribute the weight onto your shoulders and off your hips.
2007-01-09 11:19:14 · answer #6 · answered by joeanonymous 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, try to place things away from the center of your back, and try wearing a pair of shorts under your duty pants. It sounds silly but it adds a little bit of cushion to your hips.
2007-01-09 16:07:10 · answer #7 · answered by robs467 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I wish I still had the article but it basically said that when you place the handcuff case in the small of your back it could cause lower back problems over time. I'll look for it and see if I can link it.
2007-01-09 11:14:16 · answer #8 · answered by Judge Dredd 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My boss just retired and was given a disability for just that problem. Especially wher the hadcuff case rubs the spine when seated in the patrol unit.
2007-01-09 11:10:33 · answer #9 · answered by g92501 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yeah, each handgun & shotgun(s) will likely be nice. police officers use mossberg 500/590 & remington 870 within the line of labor, as good as handguns in 9mm, forty S&W and 45acp. compact or complete dimension is approximately the identical. (no factor purchasing a brand new handgun only for the direction)
2016-09-03 19:16:31 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋