Thermal Injuries

Question 1

Localized injuries due to overexposure to cyrotherapy, cold air or cold water.

Answer 1

Frostbite

Question 2

Systemic injuries due to overexposure to cyrotherapy, cold air, or cold water.

Answer 2

Hypothermia

Question 3

Epidemiology

Answer 3

1. Becoming more prevalent in general population
2. Athletes using cryotherapy or outdoor sports

Question 4

Risk in Cold Injuries

Answer 4

1. Lack of insulating body fat
2. Old Age
3. Homelessness
4. Motor vehicle problems
5. Smoking

Question 5

Clinical Manifestations to Cold Injuries

Answer 5

1. Weaken and slowing ms contractions
2. Tingling or burning sensation
3. Numbness
4. Swelling
5. Mottled, blue-grey skin color
6. Skin becomes white=> blue=> red
7. Pain
8. Blisters

Question 6

Treatment of Cold Injuries

Answer 6

1. Re-warm the area slowly
2. Topical aloe vera cream
3. Foam dressing