Injury prevention in winter

    In winter, we get most of our injuries on the streets. In a number of their reasons, banal haste and ice are in the first place. Typical injuries are fractures of the radius, fractures of the ankles and collarbone, bruises, ligament damage of the ankle and knee joints, fractures of the shin bones, traumatic brain injuries. Injuries are especially dangerous for the elderly. Even a small load during a fall can result in a hip fracture for them. Ice is a particular danger. To avoid injury, we remind you of the simple rules:

1. Walk slowly, on bent legs, slightly relaxing them at the knees and leaning on the whole foot;

2. It is very important not to keep your hands in your pockets (with fixed hands, the probability of not only falling, but also a fracture increases);

3. Having slipped, you need to have time to group up, be ready to fall;

4. It is best to fall on your side, in no case should you land on straight arms;

5. It is undesirable to leave the house at night, in very cold weather, when it is snowing and slippery;

6. It is advisable for elderly people to use a cane or walk with their loved ones, this is especially important when crossing the street, when descending stairs and climbing up it;

7. During icy conditions, stay away from the roadway and in no case run over it! The braking distance of cars increases significantly at this time.

    In the sanatorium "Krasivo", doctors hold talks about injury prevention, distribute memos and booklets on the topic to vacationers and urge them to take care of themselves and children!