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Did you know that nearly a million people get injured by falling and slipping on ice or icy surfaces every year on average? And out of these, about 17000 to 19000 turn fatal every year. It is not easy to walk on ice and snow with constant temperature variation. However, you can avoid the real dangers of […]
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Today we are more aware of the far-reaching dangers of walking on ice and the injuries it can cause. Whether at home or work, winter is when you will encounter black ice (a thin invisible icy layer on concrete that merges with the pavers or road). While we often take care of ourselves while stepping out, we […]
Read articleIce in any form is dangerous to tread. There is always a fear of slipping, thus, injuring our back or spine. Falling on your back can have a lasting impact on your life and walking abilities too. Did you know that, on average, there are nearly a million injuries every year during winters? That is […]
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Getting trapped in the snow, slush, or ice can be a nightmare. But a far worse situation is being a victim of slip and fall incidents. We all are well aware of the dangers of walking on ice. Many people keep sand or kitty litter in their trunks and homes to help with traction while […]
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Traction devices are removable components that go over your running shoes to provide more traction while jogging in the winter, whether on snow or ice. Metal teeth, spikes, tips, or, in one case, coiled wire are the active components of traction devices. But can you walk in them freely, without worrying about damaging indoor surfaces? […]
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Homeowners in the cold regions use piles of rock salt on their driveways each winter to prevent ice slips. You require increased traction for walking on ice or else it might lead to slip and fall accidents. But rock salt is not the best product to provide safe conditions for walking on snow and ice. […]
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Walking on snow and ice is difficult and can often result in slips and fall accidents. These accidents on the treacherous ice layer can cause severe injuries. It’s important to take the precautions while on the ice and snow after the snowfall. Some people prefer wearing spikes for shoes to get the required traction for […]
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You must be knowing the dangers of walking on ice and the unfortunate slips and fall accidents due to the slick icy layer. Sometimes these accidents can cause severe injuries and even lead to hospitalization. Therefore, take all the precautions while going out of the house after a snowfall. In this article, we will discuss […]
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In winters it is challenging to protect yourself and your dear from the extreme climate. You can put up several warm clothing layers to maintain your body temperature in the freezing cold, but how to walk safely on the slippery ice. Some common dangers of walking on ice includes the risk of ice slip and […]
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We love the beautiful white landscape of winters but at the same time walking on ice is a real challenge. It is very well known and accepted that ice is slippery and results in slip and fall accidents. But, what makes ice so slippery like a viscous oil, whereas water by nature is not that […]
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