There are extremely cold temperatures here, and with that comes potential risks to your health. According to experts, winter time is the prime season for injuries, some of which can even become lifelong issues. Most surfaces in cold weather are either extremely dry, wet, or filled with ice and snow, so it is important not to slip or fall, as these injuries can be extremely high risk in the long run.

Since most people are less active during the winter months, your risk of injury increases when you suddenly do highly active things like shoveling snow, hiking, snowboarding or even running.

Listed below are some Common Injuries in Winter Season And easy ways to prevent and avoid them.

Falls

You should be very careful while walking or running in the winter season, especially when you live in areas filled with snow or ice as the latter can create dangerous and risky walking conditions due to slush. Many times, you may not be able to see ahead or simply slip and fall.

According to doctors, due to this unpleasant incident, your wrist or hip bone may be broken, you may get injured on your head, which may lead to brain injury or you may even become unconscious. And while it may not seem serious on the surface, doctors say a fall can have unsafe consequences.

Therefore, it is always a good idea to be conscious of your footwear when you go out in winter to reduce your risk. Also, make sure you’re careful when walking, as icy conditions aren’t always obvious. Spread sand and salt outside your home when icy conditions occur to create a more stable base.

back injury

Lifting heavy items or clearing snow is a very important task in winter, but if care is not taken, it can be dangerous for your back. And so, according to doctors, always make sure to do a good stretching or warm-up before going out, especially if you are not used to lifting heavy things regularly.

Avoid bending your lower back when shoveling snow. You can do ice pushing as an alternative to avoid strain on your back.

frostbite

Frostbite is a very serious illness caused by cold, which stops blood flow to your fingers or toes, cheeks, ears, nose or chin. According to doctors, frostbite can cause permanent damage and, in rare and severe cases, will even require limb amputation.

Your skin that is frostbitten will appear white or grayish-yellow and may even feel hard or waxy to the touch. If you have frostbite, use body heat or a warmer to slowly warm your arms and legs.

hypothermia

Hypothermia, or low body temperature, is caused by prolonged exposure to severe cold. This condition occurs when your body temperature drops below 95 degrees Fahrenheit (35 degrees Celsius) and causes a medical emergency.

Doctors say that if you leave it untreated, hypothermia can lead to cardiac arrest and even death.

So, if you’re going out in extreme weather conditions, make sure you dress appropriately for the weather – wear multiple layers.

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