Raking season safety: Why leaf cleanup sends thousands to the doctor each fall

Autumn brings those gorgeous colors that make the season so beautiful. But it also adds a chore for many of us. Every year, thousands end up at the doctor with injuries from raking leaves, with back pain as the biggest problem. Dr. Frank McGeorge has what you need to know before you get out and do yard work. I'm not sure how many people take leaf raking seriously as physical exertion, but based on how often I've seen people "Throw out their back" from doing it, you should definitely pay attention to all the twisting and bending, especially if you have back issues.