How to heal wounds, falls and injuries in children...

In the summer children are prone to injuries, scrapes, cuts.

Cuts on his feet: We already know that it is usual to be in the field or on the beaches, glass and sharp objects. In the event of an accident, the first thing you should do is thoroughly washed the wound with soap and water. If it is not very deep, just this hygienic. If the thing is more serious, it is important to go to the doctor.

Scrapes and wounds: We have to wash them very well, with plenty of soap and running water. Check there are no stones, glass or traces of dirt, because if the wound is closed with something inside, you can easily infect. Allow to air dry.

If the wound is more serious, after washing we must put a clean bandage, but not implement anything before you see the doctor. Attend to it immediately if it is serious and profound, if necessary by putting the anti, if he has not been properly vaccinated, according to the official plan. If bleeding, pressure with a clean cloth or gauze.

Hematomas: We must take care not move much because the affected area well before the blood clot and internal bleeding will cover less. Apply cold compresses or ice for the swelling down and soothe the pain.
Scratches and blisters: The kids have their feet very sensitive and any new shoes may suffer scrapes and blisters.

Since then, is not serious, but heavy, because both the beach and in the pool or the river, there is no child that endurance without being all day with their feet wet. So do not dry up the blisters and chafing are slow to heal.

Sprains and strains: You have to immobilize the joint with rest and implement a comprehensive anti-inflammatory ointment. None of bandages. We have to go to the doctor.

Fractures: The most urgent need is to immobilize the area and go to the doctor. If it occurs in one arm, should be placed in "sling" to support the palm of the hand in the belly, and put on the outside surface of the arm something that will serve as a pillow protector (a folded towel or a table), holding it with two a tied bandages above and below the other point of divide.

If it is the leg was immobilized with two straight boards or sticks and is sold without squeezing, above. We must take the utmost care to move the injured to the doctor.