{"id":944,"date":"2017-11-30T14:37:00","date_gmt":"2017-11-30T14:37:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/davidchangspine.com\/?p=944"},"modified":"2023-09-19T15:09:28","modified_gmt":"2023-09-19T15:09:28","slug":"5-ways-to-prevent-against-winter-tbis-in-minnesota","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/davidchangspine.com\/5-ways-to-prevent-against-winter-tbis-in-minnesota\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways To Prevent Against Winter TBIs In Minnesota"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The holiday season is in full swing, and snow and ice will soon blanket Minnesota. The winter season brings with it many fun activities in Minnesota, but it also present some unique dangers. One such danger is the increased risk of traumatic brain injuries<\/a> from certain activities. Today, we take a closer look at some ways to prevent head injuries and traumatic brain injuries this winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preventing Head Injuries In The Winter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here are some tips to help keep you safe from head injuries this winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/strong>Slip-Resistant Footwear<\/strong> \u2013 Head injuries and TBIs can happen in a moment\u2019s notice, even when you\u2019re not driving or skiing. A task as simple as walking to your car can end in a head injury if you slip on a patch of ice. You can\u2019t clear all the ice and snow from the ground, but you can invest in slip-resistant boots and footwear that will help keep you upright. Also, when walking on slippery spots, be sure your attention is focused on your movement and not something else, like your cell phone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Be Visible<\/strong> \u2013 Wintertime in Minnesota means the sun is setting earlier and there\u2019s more darkness, which can make it harder for drivers to see cyclists and pedestrians. Ride with caution, and also try to make yourself as visible as possible. Wear bright, reflective colors, and enter intersections cautiously. Just because you have the right of way doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019re going to win a battle against a vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Buckle Up<\/strong> \u2013 Road conditions also tend to worsen this time of year, and a patch of black ice can send you careening off into the ditch. You should buckle up anytime you\u2019re in the car, especially when road conditions aren\u2019t perfect. Combined with the fact that deer are still a major hazard this time of year, you\u2019ll want to protect your head and neck every time you\u2019re in a vehicle by wearing your seat belt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Wear <\/strong>a Helmet<\/strong> \u2013 The winter months bring with them the opportunity to sled, ski and snowmobile, but if you lose your balance you could end up tumbling towards the rock hard ground. If you\u2019re not wearing a helmet, you could suffer a severe head injury. Even if you think you are in control of your body, wear a helmet, because all it takes is one other person to cause an accident. Wear a helmet any time you\u2019re going down a hill, hitting the trails or lacing up your ice skates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Height Safety<\/strong> \u2013 If you have to go up on the roof or a ladder to hang holiday decorations or remove icicles, make sure you have someone below who can brace the ladder and keep it from moving. You should also consider wearing a harness if you\u2019re going up more than one story, because a fall from these heights can be deadly. Even if you\u2019re just using a step ladder to put the angel on top of the Christmas tree, have someone help keep the step ladder from shifting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you keep these tips in mind, we\u2019re sure that you\u2019ll have a safe holiday season. And if something does happen and you injure your spine or head, please reach out to Dr. Chang\u2019s office right away<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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