Millions of Americans each year trip and fall, resulting in injuries ranging from mild to very severe. The sudden and unpredictable nature of these accidents puts anyone, regardless of age or overall health, at risk of suffering an injury that requires treatment for proper recovery and if delayed, could lead to serious health complications. For…
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4 Most Common Trip and Fall Injuries
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9 Trampoline Safety Tip to Prevent Injuries
Trampolines are popular among children, teens and adults. However, they can also be dangerous, especially if you do not pay attention to trampoline safety. According to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (via AAOS), around 300,000 trampoline injuries are medically treated each year in the US. The most common causes of trampoline injuries are: Falling…
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Snowblower Safety Tips
An estimated 3,000 people are treated in emergency rooms in the United States for snowblower injuries each year with amputated fingers being the most common. To reduce your risk of injury, check out these snowblower safety tips from the American Society for Surgery of the Hand: