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Winter is a time for snowshoeing and ice fishing, but it can also be dangerous if your shoes slip on the icy terrain. Most of us are aware that the last thing we want is to fall down and injure ourselves. It’s also important to consider the effect of slipping on other parts of your […]
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You may be in a hurry to buy the first pair of shoes to keep your kids’ feet warm and dry while they play in the snow. But, the shoes you buy will determine the safety of your kids when playing. Choose high-quality boots that don’t slip on ice. Here are some tips for buying […]
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Walking on clear ice or black ice is risky. Black ice or clear ice is a thin layer of ice caused by refreezing of melted snow. It is transparent and appears clear to the eye, and hence we cannot differentiate between a regular road or the one that has a black ice layer on it. […]
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Dogs can be severely harmed by the cold. During the winter, dogs are at risk of frostbite, hypothermia, and chemical poisoning. People use ice melters that contain dangerous chemicals when ice initially emerges. Ice isn’t exactly a dog’s best friend. It can adhere to your dog’s paws, making them exceedingly uncomfortable and perhaps detrimental to […]
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Black Ice is a thin layer of ice formed when the moisture freezes over the pavers and along the road. Since it merges with the concrete, it appears invisible, thus leading to several accidents every year. More than 115,000 people meet with accidents or are injured, on average, every year due to snowy conditions or […]
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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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Walk on ice without slipping is one of the biggest challenges of the winter season. Slip and fall accidents are common and sometimes may lead to severe injuries like fractures. Therefore, you have to choose the right traction improving agents to walk safely on the slippery ice surface. You can use spikes for shoes to […]
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