First Aid: If You Slipped On Ice
If you’ve ever slipped on ice, you know how dangerous it can be. There’s a good chance that you’ve found yourself lying on the ground, trying to figure out what happened and how you’re going to get up without hurting yourself.
In this article we will also discuss when is it safe to walk on ice? Let’s discuss.
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Slipping On Ice: What To Do Next
But if you know the basics of first aid, the next time you fall down on the ice, you won’t have to worry about whether or not your injuries are serious enough for an emergency room visit. All it takes is a little bit of training in first aid techniques and some practice (on a friend!) in order to be prepared for any situation—even if there’s no one around to help you out. Here’s what to do:
First, When Is It Safe To Walk On Ice?
The only time it’s ever okay to walk on ice is when it’s been melted by the sun or ice melt or you have a traction agent like Traction Magic. We hope you understand that kitty litter ice combination is a mess. You can use Traction Magic on any ice—on pavement, rocks, or tree branches—to help you get around more easily. There is no limit to what you can use this product for crossing frozen lakes (with caution!), or just getting from one place to another faster than usual!
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Stopping Is The First Step
If you’ve slipped on ice, the first thing to do is stop. You may have suffered some cuts and bruises, but if you can, put pressure on the wound to help prevent further bleeding. If your ankle or leg feels broken, call for help immediately. Otherwise, set up a splint using sticks found in the area.
If you’re able, elevate the area above your heart level and apply ice packs or cold compresses to reduce swelling and pain. If possible, stay off of your feet until medical help arrives.
Injuries Should Be Treated
Keep moving if you have a minor injury. If you can’t move and are in danger of losing body heat quickly (in a very cold environment), get out of the wind and into a shelter as soon as possible. If you have slipped while walking on ice, it is important that you attend to your injuries first before attempting to walk again.
If there is no one around who could help with first aid, then call an ambulance or go directly to a hospital for treatment.
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Stay Still
You’re going to want to stay still. You may have injured yourself, and moving around could make the injury worse. Moving could also cause further damage, so trying not to move will help prevent that.
The best thing you can do is stay calm and wait for help from someone else or from emergency personnel who will be able to assist you with your injuries.
Call For Help
If you are alone and need help, call 911.
If you have a mobile phone, call the emergency services. If not, ask anyone nearby to dial 911.
Conclusion
We hope now you know when is it safe to walk on ice. One slip, and you could find yourself with a broken arm or leg. You might even end up with a concussion. Either way, it’s important to know how to handle injuries like these—and that’s where First Aid comes in!
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