First Aid For Foot Injury Problems, Don't Just Order!

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JAKARTA - Foot injury is one of the problems experienced by many people, both because of daily and sporting activities. For people who are active and quite vulnerable to injury, first aid is one thing that needs to be understood so that injury does not have a more severe impact.

According to dr. Andi Praja Wira Yudha Luthfi, Sp.OT, Orthopedic & Traumatology Specialist from Eka Hospital Cibubur, the problem with the legs is actually not only related to injuries, but also non-injury conditions that can cause discomfort.

One way to prevent this problem is to understand the shape of our legs and anatomy. By knowing the structure of the feet and their function, a person can be wiser in choosing footwear that is in accordance with the activities to be carried out.

"The right selection of shoes is one of the main factors to avoid pain or injury, because feet that do not get the right support can experience excessive pressure," said doctor Andi in Jakarta, recently.

When a leg injury occurs, initial treatment is very important so as not to worsen the condition. The recommended first aid step is to do a cold compress for the first 48 to 72 hours. This compress aims to cover the blood vessels so that bleeding can be stopped faster.

The compressed can also use a cloth soaked with cold water whose temperature is still within the comfort limit of each patient, then be swabbed or silenced in an injured body area.

After this period passes, then a warm compress can be used to promote blood circulation, which plays a role in accelerating the healing process.

"However, if after one week the condition does not show improvement even though initial treatment has been given such as compresses and drug consumption, it is advisable to immediately check with a doctor," he explained.

In handling leg injuries, dr. Andi emphasized that traditional treatments such as sequences were not recommended before a clear diagnosis. This is because sorting actions taken without knowing the actual condition can be at risk of exacerminating injury.

Therefore, medical examinations at hospitals are recommended so that doctors can determine the right actions according to the patient's condition.