A Guide to Lower Leg Injury Treatment

04/04/2025 18 min

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Episode Synopsis

This guide provides ski patrollers with a foundational understanding of on-site lower leg injury management. It outlines crucial skills, emphasizing scene safety, stabilization, and frequent checks of circulation, motor function, and sensation (CMS). Specific techniques for applying various splints, including quick, airplane, and rigid splints, are described with critical performance indicators highlighted. The text also covers boot removal procedures for aid room settings and considerations for shock management and transport. Ultimately, this resource prioritizes proper assessment and stabilization to prevent further harm during initial treatment.