Slip-and-fall injuries are a leading cause of emergency room visits across the country. In fact, in a recent year, nearly 10 million Americans sought emergency medical care after slipping, tripping or falling. While most slip-and-fall injuries occur at home, many...
Slip-And-Fall Accident
5 ways to prevent falls around the home
In 2016, 9.2 million people in the United States sustained falls at home or work that sent them to the emergency room for treatment of injuries, according to the National Safety Council. While some people recover fully from slip-and-fall injuries, others become...
5 common types of bone fractures
Your bones provide the body's framework and protect organs and other soft tissues from injury. Though typically very strong, the bones are nevertheless susceptible to fracture. The most common reasons that a bone can break include trauma, such as what may occur from a...
Learn how to avoid injury when falling
If you’ve been watching the World Cup this month, you may have marveled at the soccer players’ agility and footwork. You might have been stunned by their incredible endurance and control. And you’ve probably wondered at how they’re able to endure brutal-looking...