A dislocated shoulder is considered as a common type of injury where the upper arm bone moves out of its designated socket which is part of the shoulder blade. It is important to note that the shoulder is the most mobile joint which makes it susceptible to being dislocated. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwUKjDxrIPo”] If an individual has […]
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Trigger finger is also known as stenosing tenosynovitis which is a condition where one of the fingers gets stuck in a bent position. The finger can straighten with a snap similar to a trigger that is being pulled and released. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iAIzUb4cl4M”] Trigger finger happens when inflammation causes narrowing of the space found within the
A broken collarbone is common especially in children and young adults. The collarbone functions in connecting the upper part of the breastbone to the shoulder blade. A broken collarbone can be caused by falls, sports injuries and trauma caused by vehicular accidents. Infants can also be susceptible to a broken collarbone during the birth process.
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A fall is a common accident that usually occurs once an individual loses his/her balance, slips or trips and makes contact with the ground or another surface. Take note that falls can occur from a standing position or they can occur from a surface such as a ladder or bed. Falls are quite common and
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A broken rib, or rib fracture, is a common injury that occurs when one of the bones in your rib cage breaks or cracks. The most common cause of broken ribs is trauma to the chest, such as from a fall, motor vehicle accident or impact during contact sports. Many broken ribs are merely cracked.
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Shock, is a medical term which refers to a serious, life-threatening condition. It does not just mean the patient is in shock emotionally after an incident. Emergency help needs to be sought as quickly as possible. First Aid Classes teach you that shock is when the circulatory system fails. This means, the essential oxygen and
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A hand injury occurs as a result of damage that affects the structures of the hand caused due to physical trauma. Important disclaimer: To effectively learn to recognize and manage various hand injuries enrol in workplace approved first aid training. Classification The following are the main types of hand injuries: Hand fracture. A hand fracture refers to
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