Crush injury - Causes, Symptoms, Prevention and Treatment of Crush injury in Finger and Ankle

Crush injury generally results form serious car accidents or explosions. There may be part of the body stuck under heavy debris; several broken bones, multiple external bleeding and much internal bleeding; burns from an explosion; severe shock and deterioration into unconsciousness.

Treatment - TREATING CRUSH INJURIES

1. Ensure that it is safe to approach the scene. If in doubt, call the emergency services and wait for help.

2. Monitor and maintain airway and breathing and be prepared to resuscitate if necessary.

3. Treat major bleeding and cover smaller wounds with sterile dressings.

4. Keep the injured person still and try to reassure them while waiting for help.

5. Treat for shock. Keep the person warm and still.

6. Make an early call for an ambulance and explain what has happened.

CRUSH INJURIES - IF THE INJURED PERSON IS TRAPPED

There are additional risks for the injured person if any part of the body is trapped. Releasing the body may bring on severe shock as fluid leaks to the injured part.

An even greater cause for concern is 'crush syndrome'. Toxins build up An even greater cause for concern is 'crush syndrome'. Toxins build up

CRUSH INJURIES - IF THE PERSON HAS BEEN TRAPPED FOR LONGER THAN 10 MINUTES

Make an early call for help, explaining the situation. Treat as for crush injuries above and reassure the person.

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A broken foot usually involves more that one fractured bone because it tends to be caused by a crush injury, when something heavy is dropped on it. Remove shoes and socks because the foot will probably swell and item of clothing may restrict circulation.

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