Massabesic Health Resources
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE From the Desks of Jim Stevenson and Hayes Sweeney PAGE 1 Uncover Your Heritage PAGE 1 4 Fitness Goal Mistakes to Avoid PAGE 2 Indulge Your Sweet ToothWith Less Sugar This Holiday Season PAGE 3 Take a Break PAGE 3 Holiday Roast Prime Rib PAGE 3 How to Slip and Fall the Right Way PAGE 4
SLIPPING AND FALLING When You Can’t Stop the Fall, Roll With It
Slick roads and icy sidewalks become part of the landscape every winter, and every year the risk of falling is very real. For many people, avoiding a fall can be difficult enough without ice coating every walkable surface. Young or old, here are a few ways you can stay on your feet this month.
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feet flat while you’re walking and your hands out of your pockets, which will help you balance should you start to slip. It also helps to spread your weight out evenly by not walking with your feet close together. Try not to be distracted when you’re walking on ice — keep your eyes forward and make sure you know where you’re placing your feet. Unfortunately, even with all the precautions in the world, falls still happen. While no one has invented a way to trip and fall gracefully, there are a few ways you can avoid a serious injury when it does happen. If you find yourself starting to fall, lean forward to help prevent a direct impact to your spine or the back of your head. Try to roll with it, or, if you’re falling KNOWING HOW TO FALL
The correct footwear can save you from a nasty tumble or heart-stopping slip. Finding boots that are specifically designed to keep you steady on a slippery surface is a must. It’s also a great idea to buy waterproof footwear to keep your feet warm and dry in the snow. Ice cleats can be helpful as well; they slip over your regular shoes and give you the added grip you need. If you don’t want to wear your winter boots anywhere but outside, bring an extra set of shoes with you so that you can switch once indoors.
backward, try to land on your bottom. Also, try not to catch your full weight with your arms or hands, as that can lead to broken arms or wrists. If you do slip and fall this winter, it’s important to address your injury. It’s better to seek out medical attention than ignore the problem, which can only get worse the longer you put it off.
ONE STEP AT A TIME
It’s important to move cautiously when you’re on an icy sidewalk. Make sure to keep your
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