Extreme Back and Foot pain, I am a line chef I stand for 10+ hours help plz?

Question

I am a line chef at a ribhouse that stays busy and I have MAJOR back and foot pain and I will be unable to continue to work if it keeps up like this... what can I do to help my back feel better- it should not hurt like this at 18 years old I could work so much faster and more efficent if my back and feet didn't hurt... any advice? im going out to get new shoes today if someone knows of some good shoes to get plz tell me the price dosen't matter ribplaces pay good. also what could I do about my back ?? it hurts so bad sometimes i almost cannot stand anymore and im a generally tough person

thanks i will try that, it is rough being on your feet all day long

Answer 1

I'm a merchandiser standing on concrete store floors all day or sitting in a car and gripping a handheld computer for hours at a time. I can relate. First off, soft soled shoes with moderate arch supports. Really helps me with the lower back and knees. I actually buy relatively cheap Dr. Scholls shoes and change the insoles monthly/according to when I feel tension in my back. I've tried Birkenstock, harder plastic arch supports, finally I gave in and went with a good 1 inch or so of softer rubber outersole. I guess the insoles are Dr. Scolls as well - I have to check - they are the blue 3/4 insoles (red on underside) about $9 a package - get at almost any food, drug or target/walmart etc. There was a point my back hurt so bad I was buying frozen peas in the store and putting them behind my back to drive to the next store but going with the softer shoe has made a huge difference. Also, I started thinking about my posture and realized I was standing like a chicken, with my right shoulder raised and my head jutting forward so now I make a concentrated effort to keep my neck and upper back in better posture - I don't always remember but that seems to help too. Finally, if I've had a day that's really long I take something halfway through - Motrin, Advil - 400 - 600 mg to help prevent the pain. Sometimes I still have to use a heating pad during a reset. Most doctors say ice/cold but that tightens me up even more so through trial and error I find heat really works. Good Luck - I feel for you. When I overwork to have a day off I wonder if it's worth it when I can hardly move.

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Answer 3

I don't know if this is possible for you, but sometimes it helps to put one foot up on something, like a small stool or wooden block or something a few inches high. If you're moving around a lot, that isn't feasible, but if there are moments when you work in one place, that may help.
Are the stoves and burners at the right height for you? If you're leaning over a lot, or hunching your shoulders in order to reach, that will aggravate your back. Every one in awhile, take a minute to stretch your back. Reach out and cross your arms in front of you, then move your arms to your sides, so they're perpendicular to your body. Do that a few times. Bend over at the waist and touch your knees, with your head looking at your belt buckle. Repeat a few times. Even if you have to step away from the grill for a minute every hour, it will be worth it to relieve the strain on your back.

When you get home from work, and in the morning, put some heat on your back. I really like those buckwheat pillow that you can heat up in the microwave, well worth the cost. Good luck!

Answer 4

How long have you been working there? I have a job where I stand all day too and I had severe pain in my legs when I first started, but eventually I got used to it. Do ab exercises to help your back. Your abdominal muscles help support your back, so if you strengthen them, you will be supporting your back. I would defnitely buy sturdy, comfortable shoes with good arch support. Talk to your boss because you can get what are called "fatigue mats" put in at your work. It is a lightly padded mat that acts as a cushion, so you don't have to stand directly on a hard floor. Everyone in your kitched could benefit from these mats. I work in a lab and we have them everywhere.

Answer 5

Go to a place that sells work shoes!
I prefer Wolverines,but others are very good. Lay out the $ and get two pair and switch every otherday.
If the salesman knows his stuff, he';ll be a BIG help,they usually are because they deal with a special kind of customer,const workers, etc. and the key to his incomeis repeat business.

Good luck. (Been there, done that)

Answer 6

You have a muscle under your foot that can become tight and that can cause you pain. You can release that muscle to get rid of the pain. Just to try to cover all bases I am adding a way to release your ankles as well, between the two they should help get rid of your foot problem. Here is how to release those muscles: Foot tendons: right leg. With your right leg in your lap, place your thumb so it is just above and slightly behind the ball of your foot. Place your fingers on the outside, side facing down now, in about the same position. They both should be on the tendons there. Press in and hold then tight against your foot and hold. After 30 seconds slowly raise your toes up as far as you can, release the pressure but hold your toes up for another 30 seconds. Reverse for left foot Foot Muscle: With your foot in your lap place your fingers side by side at the back of the arch right in front of the heel and press in hard and hold. After 30 seconds slowly raise your toes up as far as you can, release the pressure but hold your toes there for another 30 seconds. For best results relax your body first by taking a deep breath and exhaling, then remain this relaxed.

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Answer 8

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