If you drive on congested roads, you know that it can feel stressful to drive in traffic. Driving on roads with many other vehicles can also raise your risk of getting into a car accident. If you get into a collision while driving in traffic, you could sustain...
Injuries
Understanding slip and fall injuries
Slip and fall accidents are one of the leading causes of injuries across the globe, affecting countless individuals each year. These incidents can occur in various settings, including public spaces such as shopping malls and parks or within the more familiar and...
What are the most slippery store areas after snow?
Snowfall can transform the familiar paths shoppers walk into treacherous terrain. As winter blankets an area, navigating outdoor spaces becomes a delicate dance between caution and sure-footedness. While many people anticipate the challenges of icy sidewalks and snowy...
Understanding and treating FOOSH injuries from falls
Slipping and falling can land you on any part of your body and cause serious injury and pain. It is possible you could try to stop yourself from hitting the ground but instead land on your arm. This may result in a FOOSH injury. FOOSH is a nickname encompassing...
The importance of brain injury awareness without hitting your head
When most people think of brain injuries, including concussion, they think about a direct blow to the head. Whether that happens from a collision or when the head hits a floor in a fall, that impact can cause a brain injury. However, you should not dismiss the...
Prevent slips and fall injuries at the public pool this summer
When summer arrives, the public pool becomes an oasis of cool relief under the sun's blazing heat. The laughter of children, the splash of diving bodies and the cool touch of water on the skin make pool days memorable. However, amidst all this fun, it is important to...
How to choose footwear to prevent slip and fall risks
What you wear on your feet can determine whether you will be a victim of a slip and fall. Footwear is quite varied, and some styles make you more prone to instability and falls. There are a few points to consider when buying footwear that you will wear out and about,...
What are some facts about slip and fall accidents?
Slip and fall accidents can happen pretty much anywhere. You do not have to be in a dangerous area. In fact, many of these falls happen in homes, so the danger is present everywhere. National Floor Safety Institute explains keeping on top of statistics concerning slip...
What does hip fracture recovery look like?
If you or a loved one suffered a hip fracture, the recovery could become a long process. A hip fracture is one of the most dangerous and common injuries resulting from a slip and fall. According to MayoClinic, most hip fractures occur in two different locations: the...
Can you sleep with a concussion?
If you hit your head after a fall, you could sustain a concussion. A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that usually resolves on its own. At one point, doctors told patients not to sleep with a concussion. Research currently shows that it is usually fine,...