What is Frostbite? And How Do I Prevent It
Athletes participating in outdoor winter sports, such as alpine and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and mountaineering, are at increased risk for developing frostbite. Frostbite is a condition in which prolonged exposure to cold temperatures cause an injury resulting in tissue damage— starting superficially with the skin and potentially spreading deeper to blood vessels, muscles, tendons, and even bone. What Does Frostbite Feel Like? Many people who are developing frostbi
Don’t Get Behind the Wheel Too Soon After Surgery
A common patient question involves when driving is safe following a surgical procedure or injury As a rule, the day of an outpatient surgical procedure, the patient should not drive. Most surgery centers require an escort be present to take the patient home and document that the patient is not driving. Studies have shown that a person usually has some motor deficit following general anesthesia for 24 hours after a procedure. Driving should not be undertaken until at least thi
