Slips and falls can be prevented by using a walking stick or assistive device or can with spikes, clearing paths, wearing spiked shoes and taking your time, using the railing on snowy steps and icy walkways.
If you do fall and hurt your elbow, wrist or hand, wrap the part loosely with an ace wrap for support, apply a cold pack and see your physician, nearest urgent care or emergency room for an x-ray.
For your therapy needs after casting or surgery, please see us at Hand Therapy Treatment and Education Center, LLP in Brunswick.