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PREVENT INJURIES AMERICATM
I.M. Doctor, M.D.
My Office
My City, State
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Prevent Injuries America!
Each year, millions sustain avoidable orthopaedic injuries in their homes, at work and at play.
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Prevent Injuries America!
Orthopaedics and The Bone and Joint Decade
Home Safety Injury-Free Workplace Playing Safely
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What is an orthopaedic surgeon?
MD who specializes in treatment and health maintenance of musculoskeletal system (bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, tendons, and cartilage)
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What is an orthopaedic surgeon?
The expert in treating the musculoskeletal system
The expert in maintaining musculoskeletal health
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Educating an Orthopaedic Surgeon
College Medical School Internship Orthopaedic
Residency Fellowship (optional) 2 Years Practice
TOTAL
4414(1)2
16 years!16 years!
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What do orthopaedic surgeons do?
Diagnose Treat Medication
Physical Therapy Exercise Brace Surgery
Prevent
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Nearly 56 million physician visits for musculoskeletal injuries in 2003
Many of these injuries are avoidable
Prevent Injuries America!
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Home Safety
Preventing Slips and Falls Using Ladders Safely Lawn Mower Safety
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Home Safety: Preventing Slips and Falls
Falls leading cause of injury among seniors
1 out of 3 people over 65 60% of falls take place at home
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Home Safety: Preventing Slips and Falls -Hip Fractures
Most patients with hip fractures are hospitalized for about one week.
One in four adults who lived independently before their hip fracture has to stay in a nursing home for at least a year after their injury.
One in five hip fracture patients dies within a year of injury.
Source: National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Annual eye exam& physical
Calcium rich foods
Regular exercise
Don’t smoke & avoidexcessive alcohol
Home Safety: Preventing Slips and Falls
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Home Safety: Preventing Slips and Falls
Keep up-to-date lists of medications
Know what you are taking them for
Talk to your physician about your medications
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Reduce tripping hazards at homeReduce tripping hazards at home
Home Safety: Preventing Slips and Falls
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Home Safety: Preventing Slips and Falls
Keep a lamp, telephone, and flashlight near bed
Make it easy to get in and out of bed
Keep floor clutter-free
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Laces Heel counter for good fit and
stability
Midsole is cushioned, but not
too soft or too thick
Home Safety: Preventing Slips and Falls
A Good Shoe
High, wide toe box for good fit
Anti-skid sole, avoid heavy lugs
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Keep walkways clear
Avoid clutter
Home Safety: Preventing Slips and Falls
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Keep electrical cords out of walkways
Home Safety: Preventing Slips and Falls
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Home Safety: Preventing Slips and Falls
Use non-skid floor wax Remove throw rugs Clean spills immediately Use easy-to-reach storage
In the Kitchen:
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Slip-resistant rugs and mats
Night lights and grabber bars
Home Safety: Preventing Slips and Falls
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Home Safety: Use of Ladders
More than 560,000 people treated for ladder-related injuries each year
Many more with less serious injuries
Choose the right ladder for the job
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Inspect Lock
Home Safety: Use of Ladders
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4 to 1 Rule
16 ft
4 ft
Home Safety: Use of Ladders
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Home Safety: Use of Ladders
Reposition ladder Wear safe, secure shoes Face ladder while
climbing
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Home Safety: Use of Ladders
Remain closest to center Do not sit or stand on top
rung Don’t use ladder in high
winds, if drowsy or experiencing fainting spells
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Home Safety: Lawn Mowers
117,000 lawn mower-related injuries
Can result in amputation Most are preventable
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Name: Chad Courtney
Age: 11
Injury: Traumatic lower leg amputation with limb reattachment
Getting You Back In The Game
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Home Safety: Lawn Mowers
Never use fingers to remove anything from blades
Children should not operate
Only operator on ride-on
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Home Safety: Lawn Mowers
Always turn off completely before inspecting and repairing
Wear protective boots, clothing, eyewear
Do not tamper with safety release
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Injury Free Office
Back, neck, and shoulder problems
Long hours sitting at computers
32Take stretching breaks
Injury Free Office: Back & Neck Problems
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Turn palms upward, straighten & stretch
Hold 10-15 seconds
Back & Neck Problems: Prevention
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Pull shoulder blades together until point of tension Hold 5
seconds
Back & Neck Problems: Prevention
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Stretch both sides
Hold 5-10 seconds
Back & Neck Problems: Prevention
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Playing Safely
Playgrounds Scooters Trampolines Sledding Inline Skating
Playing Safely
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More than 500,000 injuries to children each year
Playing Safely: Playgrounds
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Playing Safely: Playgrounds
Avoid asphalt, hard-packed dirt or grass
Be sure of adult supervision Steer kids to age appropriate
activitiesCheck for space for kids getting off
slide or merry-go-roundKeep children from crowding exit
areas.
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Playing Safely: Playgrounds
Try out hand gripsBe sure swing seats are plastic or
rubberAvoid equipment that could entrap a
child’s headBe sure you can see kids clearly, and
they can see you.
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Playing Safely: Playgrounds
Safety Guidelines for Children Dry surfaces Slide one at a time Don’t climb over guardrails Slide sitting down, facing
forwards
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Playing Safely: Playgrounds
Safety Guidelines for Children Move away from slide exit
quickly Climb stairs and steps slowly Wear proper footwear Hold on to handrails
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Playing Safely: Playgrounds
Safety Guidelines for Children Avoid climbing or sliding on support
poles or beams Swing sitting down One person per swing Wait until swing stops to get off
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Playing Safely: Playgrounds
Safety Guidelines for Children One person on spring rocker,
sitting down Be careful crossing in front of
moving swings Beware of metal surfaces in hot
weather!
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Playing Safely: Trampolines
Adult supervision is key to safety
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Playing Safely: Trampolines
One at a time Trampolines are best installed in a pit
so that the trampoline surface is at ground level
The surface should be shock-absorbing to reduce risk of injury
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Playing Safely: Trampolines
Use spotters
Avoid high risk maneuvers unless prepared
Protective padding
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Playing Safely: Sledding
Each year, 33,000 injuries in sledding accidents
Annually, 3000 children suffer serious head injuries
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Preventing Injuries: Sledding
Adult supervision
Safe sled paths
Helmets
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Designated areas only
No public streetsNo sledding on plastic sheets
Preventing Injuries: Sledding
Do Don’t
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Playing Safely: Inline Skating
Wear protective gear
Put gear on first
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Learn basics
Know how to stop
Never hold onto a moving vehicle!
Playing Safely: Inline Skating
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Many accidents are preventable
Simple safety guidelines can help you keep your family safe
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American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons6300 North River RoadRosemont, IL 60018 www.orthoinfo.org
Resources
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What are your questions and concerns?
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Prevent Injuries America!
Thank you for participating today Remember, your orthopaedic
surgeon can help get you back in the game