Tag: Injury
Fracture of arm: Its cause, diagnose and first aid treatment It is caused by a direct blow. But it is much more common, especially in the elderly. It is …
Skeletal Injuries (sprain, strain, dislocation and fracture) and causes of skeletal injuries Skeletal injuries can be classified as sprain, strain, dislocation and fracture. Adequate treatment given at the time …
Dental Injury A direct hit generally knocks out anterior teeth. If the teeth are hit but not knocked out, soft tissue damage is only minor. The teeth and mouth …
Nasal injuries A blow to the nose causes nasal injuries, as in boxing sport. The condition is diagnosed by the following features. There is pain and tenderness over the …
Maxillofacial injuries A blow to the upper jaw causes injuries to the maxilla and zygomatic bone, as in boxing. The condition is diagnosed by the following features. One half …
Under water diving injury With under water diving, there is increase in pressure on the ear drums from outside, while the eustachian tube is unable to equalize pressure. The …
Ear Injury It is caused by a direct blow to the ear. A hematoma forms due to accumulation of blood between the external ear cartilage and perichondrium. First aid …
Head Injuries Head injuries are always grave injuries because they can be associated with serious injury to the brain within the skull. Niese may be accompanied by skull fractures. …