Fourth of July Accidents

Ok, it's time to come clean... did you injure yourself over the Independence Day holiday? This is actually not uncommon. Many people sustain injuries over this long weekend for various reasons. First or all many of the holiday's activities are outdoor-related and quite active. Participating in the many games, sports, and other activities that go along with the holiday increases your risk for an injury. Plus being outside increases your risk as the ground is uneven and has many debris. Secondly, this summer holiday is a chance for many people to break out summer footwear. Sandals do not provide the support or protection of closed toed shoes. This increases your chance of in injury and your exposure to dirt and bacteria. Thirdly, the holiday itself is likely to cause injuries. The nature of this holiday (besides being outdoors) is to relax and let your guard down. We do not anticipate problems that we might usually prevent, and we are a little more likely to expose ourselves to dangers like fire crackers and speed boats in the name of fun. This is not to say that there is anything wrong with recreation, just that safety should be kept in mind, which is not always the case over the holiday.

We certainly hope that you came through the holiday unscathed, but if you did receive a bump or bruise, especially to your feet and ankles, we are here to help. It is easy to turn an ankle on a hike or during a game (say a sack race for example). Or perhaps you stepped a stick or other object while barefoot, and this wound is becoming infected. These simple injuries come with the territory of outdoor activities. Perhaps your feet are sore from all the activity this weekend- that could be indicative of a bigger problem such as plantar fasciitis. We want you to realize that you do not have to suffer from these injuries, you can find relief. Contact our office and we will be happy to schedule you an appointment to see us and get the treatment you want and need. You can also visit our website at http://www.vailfoot.com/ to find out more about our office, staff, treatments, and to become further educated on a number of common foot and ankle problems.