Today is National Injury Prevention Day, and we're here to advise all of you winter sports enthusiasts! Winter sports like hockey, skiing and snowboarding, can carry the risk of serious injuries like concussions, ligament or meniscus tears, and fractures. “In soft snow, we often see tears of ligaments or meniscus,” says Christian Peterson, DO, a sports medicine surgeon. “In hard pack or ice, we most commonly see fractures and closed head injuries.” Always be sure to wear your helmet, double-check your gear for any potential risks, use sunscreen and stay hydrated! In the event of an injury, we're here for you if you need us. 💜
