Both cuts and scratches are damages on the surface of the skin. A cut is basically a line that can go through the skin and into the muscle tissues beneath. A scratch is best described as surface damage that does not penetrate into the lower tissues. Both can make the skin turn red in color […]
Archive | January, 2014
Having Standard First Aid Training for the Changing Weather
Standard first aid training does not only come in handy during emergencies, accidents and other unforeseeable events which can endanger the lives of people who are involved. The skills that you will learn from this course will also help you adapt to the changing weather in the most unexpected ways. Why is learning first aid […]
Handling Back Strains through Standard First Aid Training
Aside from athletes, employees in different industries also suffer from back strains due to the nature of their job or their workplace environment. This is why employers and employees should consider standard first aid training in order to know how to handle this type of medical condition properly especially at work. Here are some of […]
Dislocation
A dislocation is basically an injury in which the ends of bones are forced from their normal positions. This is typically caused by trauma from a fall, vehicular accident or a collision during contact sports. For adults, the common site of dislocation is the shoulders while the elbows for children. Dislocation usually involves the large […]
Ten Essential First Aid Items
Every home and car should have a first aid kit, and while it is not unusual for the kits to slightly vary in contents, this article will list the ten essential first aid items in every kit. First aid kits vary in purpose, whether it is a basic kit for the household or for engaging […]
Mallet Toe: Causes, Signs and Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention
Mallet toe refers to a toe deformity wherein the toe is bent cannot be straightened at the end joint, resembling a mallet. A mallet toe can wither be flexible or rigid. Flexible mallet toes pertain to toes that are in its developmental stages and can still be moved at the joint. This can still be […]
Remedies for ball of Foot Pain
The area between the toes and rest of foot is known as the ball of the foot. It connects the arch of the foot with the toes. It’s given a specific name and importance because it is mainly responsible for taking load from the heel and transfers it on the ground. The uneven distribution of […]