First Aid: Every Minute Counts

Everyone is afraid of accidents and injuries. And everyone is also afraid of having to help – and not being able to. Projections from a 2002 survey found that 35 million are apprehensive about giving first aid; 25 million would wait for someone else to help. This attitude can cost some people their lives. Helping … First Aid: Every Minute Counts

Safety from the Start: Preventing Child Accidents

Accidents are the number one health risk for children in Germany. The majority of accidents involving children under the age of 6 occur in the home – where parents and children actually feel safest. Reason enough for parents to inform themselves sufficiently about dangers and avoidance strategies. Every year in Germany, nearly 1.7 million children … Safety from the Start: Preventing Child Accidents

Tendinitis of the thigh

Introduction Inflammation of the tendon of the thigh often occurs in the context of sports injuries or overloading during sports. Another cause can be congenital or acquired malpositions of the thigh, which overstrain the tendons and cause painful inflammation. Much rarer causes of tendon inflammation are rheumatic diseases and bacterial infections of the tendon. By … Tendinitis of the thigh

How long does the inflammation last? | Tendinitis of the thigh

How long does the inflammation last? In the case of minor tendon inflammations, the problem often subsides within a few days with appropriate treatment. In larger and more heavily strained muscle groups, such as those found on the thigh, an inflammation can last for several weeks and can become even longer if not adequately treated … How long does the inflammation last? | Tendinitis of the thigh

Can you Protect your Child?

Of course, you can’t protect your children from accidents around the clock without at the same time taking away some of their independence and activity. Here it is necessary to find the right balance between safety and freedom. Prevention is important in any case. This means recognizing early on where dangers lurk and avoiding them, … Can you Protect your Child?

Medicines on the Road

Alcohol impairs driving ability – everyone is aware of this fact. But how do medications affect driving? Which drugs are particularly critical? The proportion of accidents in which alcohol is involved is 37%. After all, about 20% of all accidents are contributed to by medications. What disorders can occur? Especially when driving a car or … Medicines on the Road

Avoid Fall Accidents

Tripping, slipping and falling accidents occur while walking and running. The consequences of these accidents are often considerably more serious than is generally assumed. Floors, stairs, ladders, stairways and landings are often the triggers in the accidents. But also different floor conditions, influences of the weather or unevenness can represent dangers. What do the accident … Avoid Fall Accidents

Orthosis – Reasons and forms

Definition – What is an orthosis? An orthosis is a medical aid that is used to support functions of the musculoskeletal system, especially joints. They are used after operations, accidents or in cases of congenital malpositions and serve to secure or restore posture. Orthoses are available for all major joints such as the knee or … Orthosis – Reasons and forms