Children are energetic, active, and playful. They play as hard as they can and are oftentimes unaware of their own safety. As can be expected, bone breaks or fractures are very common (diagram of bone breaks) in children. Bone breaks are the fourth most common accidental injury for children under 6-years-old. Broken bones can be difficult to recognize if the bone is not displaced. Signs and symptoms of bone breaks include: Pain Swelling Bruising Tenderness Numbness Limited mobility Deformity If you suspect that your child has suffered a broken bone, you should apply ice to the area, keep the limb still, and seek medical care. If you suspect that your child injured their spine, head, or neck, you should immediately call 911, then make sure not to move them, keep them laying down, and keep them calm until help arrives. The good news is that unlike older… Continue Reading
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Subscribe to ATV Injuries RSS FeedPoor Supervision Of Children On ATV’s Can Have Disasterous Consequences
Posted in ATV InjuriesIt never ceases to amaze me how the poor judgment of an adult can lead to disastrous consequences for a child. Particularly with the use of recreational activities, adult carelessness frequently contributes to situations where a child is harmed because the adult watching him or her failed to provide necessary instruction to a child regarding: Safe operation of a vehicle Hazards in the area The importance of using safety equipment. When supervising adults permit a child to engage in a potentially dangerous activity, such as the use of all-terrain-vehicles (ATV’s), they have a duty to take the necessary safeguards to ensure the child’s safety. If they can not or choose not to provide instruction or take necessary safety precautions for the children, the activity should not be allowed. Period. My law office consistently receives inquires regarding children who have been injured or killed in an all-terrain-vehicle accident (atv). Although we… Continue Reading