When you hear that someone tripped and fell on flat ground, you probably think, "Well, at least it wasn't a bad fall, right? It would have been much worse from higher up."While it's true that it's far harder to avoid a serious injury from a long fall, short falls can...
Walking for exercise? Avoid a dog bite with these tips
The weather is finally starting to warm up, and you're tired of being cooped up inside your home. A daily walk seems like just the ticket you need to keep yourself occupied and healthy.The only problem is that everyone else has the same idea, and a lot of those...
Why are burn injuries so serious?
Burns are some of the most painful and terrible on-the-job injuries you can suffer -- and the consequences can last for a lifetime.What causes burn injuries in the workplace? Some industries -- like restaurant work -- put some employees at greater risk of burns than...
The dangers of wrong-way drivers
When you're out on the highway at night, one of the most stomach-churning sights you can see is another car's headlights coming your way, in your lane. It means that there's a driver on the road who is going the wrong way, and he or she may not even realize the danger...
How physical therapy can help after a car wreck
You've been in a serious car wreck. Despite your injuries, you thought you'd be back on your feet by now -- but you just aren't progressing like you'd expected.Physical therapy (PT) may be able to help. If you're entirely unfamiliar with how it works or it's been a...
Complications of a burn injury
Burn injuries are always painful and usually debilitating -- but the consequence of a burn can continue long past the initial injury. The damage from the complications of a burn injury is often the true cause of disability and death.If your loved one has suffered a...
How to protect yourself when crossing the street
Depending on where you live and the activities you have on your plate for the day ahead, you may find yourself walking, jogging or cycling in close proximity to motor vehicle traffic.Furthermore, there will be times when you have to cross a street, which increases the...
Recovering from a concussion requires specific treatment
If you're diagnosed with a concussion, such as the result of a slip-and-fall accident, you'll want to work with your medical team to implement a treatment plan designed to help you make a full recovery.Here are some of the many things your doctor will suggest in...
What to do if a dog comes after you
Don't assume that man's best friend is always man's best friend. While most dogs are friendly, there are plenty that are aggressive and looking for trouble.If you come face to face with an aggressive dog that wants to attack, there are steps you can take to defuse its...
4 common causes of slip-and-fall mishaps
It doesn't matter if you're walking in a grocery store, shopping mall, office building or casino, there's always a possibility of a slip-and-fall accident.While there is no guaranteed way to prevent slip-and-fall accidents, there are steps you can take to minimize...