Our massage therapist here at Back to Basics plays the part of an invaluable multi-tasker, who is able to juggle patients, hot packs, and clients without breaking a sweat. When it comes to recreational activities practiced outside clinical work, however, the chance of her breaking a neck or an ankle is quite a different story.
After a recent fall of fresh snow, Kelly, like so many others, hit the hills. Unfortunately, during a final run down one very slippery slope, her tube shot out from beneath her and left her tumbling high and 'not-so-dry' head over feet. The image captured on the left was taken prior to an EMT escort into the emergency room. Blood spattered across the opaque snow is just visible at the bottom of the picture. Amazingly enough, she did not need stitches and is now showing signs of a full recovery. Though stiff muscles can be stubborn counterparts when it comes to healing, believe you me. As I type, one of our therapists is upstairs working out Kelly's kinks that won't leave without a fight.
The snow keeps coming, keeps falling, and keeps some at home now, with the stark knowledge of what such beauty can do to the body. For those who still plan to brave the elements in the remnants of this winter, be reminded...safety first ensures you're still here to greet the spring.
- Sled after donning helmets, gloves, and insulated boots
- Hills with gentle slopes and room for runoffs are ideal. Icy, hard-packed hills are not
- Choose hills devoid of trees, signs, fences, rocks or other ingredients to injuries
- Slide down in a sitting position--always feet first, NEVER head first
- Make sure the way is completely clear before you start
- When sledding, take care to keep your arms, legs, scarves, and any other loose ends tied up
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