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2 Musculoskeletal injuries are most commonly caused by Mechanical forms of energy. Chemicals. Electrical energy. Heat Mechanical energy produces direct, indirect, twisting and contracting forces.

3 Can be classified according to the body structures that are damaged. Some injuries may involve more than one structure.

4 Injuries to an extremity an arm or leg are quite common. Can range from a simple bruise to a dangerous or severely painful injury, such as a fracture of the femur (thigh bone). The prompt care you give can help prevent further pain, damage and a life-long disability.

5 The extremities consist of Bones. Soft tissue. Blood vessels. Nerves. An injury can also affect the soft tissue and the musculoskeletal system.

6 The upper extremities are the parts of the body from the shoulder to the fingers. The bones of the upper extremity include the Collarbone (clavicle). Shoulder blade (scapula). Upper arm (humerus). Forearm (radius and ulna). Wrist (carpals). Hand (metacarpals). Fingers (phalanges).

7 The lower extremity is the part of the body from the hip (pelvis) to the toes. The bones of the lower extremity include the Pelvic bones. Thigh bone (femur). Kneecap (patella). Lower leg (tibia and fibula). Ankle (tarsals). Feet (metatarsals). Toes (phalanges).

8 Fracture Dislocation Sprain Strain

9 Fractures are breaks or cracks in a bone. Compound facture - a break and an open wound Simple fracture a break with no accompanying open wound Symptoms: Deformity Limited or loss of motion Pain and swelling Discoloration Protrusion of bone through the skin Hearing the bone break Grating sensation

10 A dislocation occurs when a bone separates from a joint or is moved out of place in the joint. Symptoms: Deformity Limited or abnormal movement Swelling Discoloration Pain Shortening or lengthening of the limb

11 A sprain is a stretch or tear in the ligaments and tendons around a joint. Symptoms: Swelling Discoloration Pain Possibly limited motion

12 A strain occurs when a muscle is overused or overstretched. Strain injuries are common in the back. Symptoms: Sudden pain Swelling Bruising

13 Deformity Moderate or severe pain or discomfort, swelling and discoloration Inability to move or use the affected body part Bone fragments protruding from a wound Victim feels bones grating or felt or heard a snap or pop at time of injury Loss of circulation or sensation in an extremity Tingling, cold or bluish color below the site of the injury Cause of the injury that suggests the injury may be severe

14 Check first for any life-threatening conditions. Call or the local emergency number if: The injury involves the head, neck or back. The injury impairs walking or breathing. You see or suspect a fracture or dislocation. You see or suspect multiple musculoskeletal injuries. Check for any non-life-threatening conditions and care for any other injuries.

15 The general care for musculoskeletal injuries includes following RICE: Rest Ice Compression Elevation

16 REST Rest and protect the injured or sore area. ICE Cold will reduce pain and swelling. Apply an ice or cold pack immediately to prevent or minimize swelling. Apply the ice or cold pack for 10 to 20 minutes, 3 or more times a day COMPRESSION Compression, or wrapping the injured or sore area with an elastic bandage (such as an Ace wrap), will help decrease swelling. Don't wrap it too tightly ELEVATE Elevate the injured or sore area on pillows while applying ice and anytime you are sitting or lying down. Try to keep the area at or above the level of your heart to help minimize swelling

17 If you are unsure whether the injury is serious, care for it as if it is a serious injury. Take steps to minimize shock. Comfort and reassure the victim.

18 Control any external bleeding with direct pressure. Support the injured extremity and minimize any movement of the injured part by splinting the injured part in place. Check for feeling, warmth and color before and after applying a splint. Apply ice or a cold pack to the injured area. Take steps to minimize shock.

19 If a femur fracture, fractured leg is usually shorter and foot is turned outward. Majority of lower extremity injuries will have deformities, severe pain and inability to move.

20 Immobilize the injured area. If the knee is bent and cannot be straightened without pain, support it on a pillow or folded blanket in the bent position. If the knee is on the ground, the ground will provide support. If you decide to splint and the knee is straight, secure it to the uninjured leg. Call or the local emergency number.

21 You can care for musculoskeletal and soft tissue injuries to the extremities by giving care that focuses on minimizing Pain. Shock. Further damage to the injured area. Immobilize the injured area, apply ice or a cold pack and take steps to minimize shock. Control any external bleeding. Reassure the victim. Care for any life-threatening conditions and call or the local emergency number if necessary

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23 The purposes of immobilizing an injury are to Lessen pain. Reduce the risk of serious bleeding. Reduce the possibility of loss of circulation to the injured part. Prevent closed fractures from becoming open fractures. Prevent further damage to soft tissues.

24 There are three types of splints: Soft Rigid Anatomic

25 Support the injured part in the position in which you find it. Cover any open wounds with a dressing and bandage. Check the area below the injury site for feeling, warmth and color. Apply the splint to immobilize the joints or bones above and below the injured area. Secure the splint in place. Recheck below the injury site for feeling, warmth and color. Elevate the splinted part.

26 Help the victim rest in the most comfortable position. After the injury is immobilized, apply ice or a cold pack. Monitor the victim s Level of consciousness. Breathing. Skin color. Temperature. Take steps to minimize shock.

27 Rigid arm splint Rigid leg splint Rigid finger splint Homemade leg splint with a pillow Homemade arm splint with a board and handkerchiefs

28 Crutches are supports that help a patient ambulate, or walk. Patients use crutches when they are unable to put weight on an injured or impaired leg, knee, ankle or foot. It is important that crutches fit the patient properly and are used correctly by the patient.

29 Axillary crutches are placed under the axilla, or underarms, with the patient s weight being applied to the hands. Likewise, with forearm crutches, a patient inserts arms through holders, grasps handles, and then supports weight on the hands. Platform crutches are designed for patients who cannot grasp handles or bear weight on their hands.

30 A gait is a method of walking. There are several gaits that can be used with crutches. The best gait for a patient is determined based on the injury.

31 There are several types of crutch gaits. Four-point Three-point Two-point Swing-to Swing-through =9XkvmpNJ- X8&feature=player_detailpage re=player_detailpage&v=jckjmcbq rl0

32 Splint only if you have to move the injured person. Splint an injury in the position in which you find it. Splint the injured area and the joints or bones above and below the injury site. Check for feeling, warmth and color before and after splinting. Questions?

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