Orthopedic Problems In Summer: 5 Common Ailments To Be Aware Of This Season

faceless-curly-woman-suffers-from-spine-pain-wears-sport-bra-shows-location-inflammation-isolated-white-background Summer is the season of physical activities. No matter how high the heat may be, no matter how sweaty you may feel, people tend to indulge in physical activities more in this season. This is why orthopedic injuries are also higher in this season. The increased physical activities risk injuries. Let us look at some of the most common ailments face by people.Knee Injuries Knee injuries are very common in summer season and here's why. Most of the types of sport played by people are intense and comprises of intense running and sprinting. For example, football, tennis, basketball, and soccer.Treating Sprains and Strains Avoid putting weight on the injured area. Use ice to relieve discomfort every 1-2 hours for 15-20 minutes. Use an elastic bandage, but ensure it’s not too tight. Rinse the area with clean water to clear dirt.Managing Concussions And Handling Unconsciousness Headache, confusion, dizziness, nausea, or loss of consciousness. Ensure the athlete stops playing and gets medical attention. Tap and shout to call emergency services if you don't hear a response. If the person is breathing, turn them onto their side to keep the airway open.Strains Summer sports like playing football, basketball, swimming or playing badminton can cause strains in muscles. This happens when you do not do a proper warm up before and after the game or exercise. Make sure to follow all the rules for example, warming up your body and muscles and not overworking them.Back Pain This is one of the most significant and common orthopedic problems faced by people this season. The pain typically happens in the lower back area and it happens die to multiple reasons like: overworking your body and muscles, not doing adequate stretches for relief and not drinking enough fluids.