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STAYING PAIN-FREE DURING COVID-19: INJURY PREVENTION
I chose this subject next, rather than hips or feet, because as of this moment, the thing that might put you in the ER, is an injury. Even though I’m still seeing folks outside participating in sports and hazardous activities…they are willingly subjecting themselves to danger in every way. I’d rather focus on those of you who might injure yourselves accidentally. So, to get to the meat…ways to prevent injuries during Covid-19. Highlighted words are links to previous posts on www.drbarbarabergin.com. Watch where you’re going! Assess your environment for uneven surfaces and dangerous obstacles. Hold the handrails on stairs. Watch every stair until you reach the bottom. Turn lights on…
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WAYS TO MINIMIZE RISK OF FOOTBALL INJURY
Playing football can be a great way to work out, to meet new people, to spend time with friends and to improve your fitness levels. However, anyone who plays football runs the risk of injuring themselves – it’s simply part of the game. Football carries the unfortunate title of the sport that gives its participants the highest rate of injury, and some of its injuries can be severe. A sports injury can be debilitating: it can both limit a player’s everyday life as well as impact their involvement in sports. As a player, you should ensure that you are well prepared for your games and that you know the risk…
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BACK-TO-SCHOOL: HEAVY BACKPACKS HAZARDOUS TO YOUR CHILD’S HEALTH?
Check out my KVUE interview. I’ve been asked to give this talk a number of times. It’s important. Back pain isn’t just for us old folks! Lighten the load. Here are ten things you can do to help: Make sure your child’s backpack weighs no more than 10-15% of their body weight. Put them on a scale, with and without the backpack! Don’t purchase loosely constructed backpacks, with one big compartment. Multiple compartments help distribute the weight within. Make sure the shoulder straps are well padded. Thin straps can exert pressure on sensitive muscles and nerves. Ask your child to tighten the straps so the pack sits in the middle…
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SCOOTERS CAN BE BAD FOR YOUR HEALTH
“Drivers can’t see them very well because of their low profile and small size.” You can’t drive on a downtown street in Austin, without seeing these cute little scooters speeding along the shoulder, or parked on the sidewalk. The injuries I see in the office are a stark reminder of the potential dangers of this increasingly popular means of transportation. So, of course…when they asked, I had something to say: Scooters Can Be Bad For Your Health!
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RESPECT THE STAIRS
"When you get to the top of the stairs...stop, look and hold on!"
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SLOW DOWN!
"...it has become painfully obvious that we often hurt ourselves because we’re in a hurry."
