For minor crush injuries like fingers getting stuck in a door or a heavy object falling on the toes, the symptoms are relatively milder and the recovery time is significantly lesser than major injuries. Some symptoms could be: Bruises Lacerations Mild or moderate pain For major crush injuries that occur with high impact forces or for longer time, the damages are more severe and the injuries take more time for complete recovery. In this case, there usually are serious damages below the skin, in the tissues, organs, muscles and bones. If the injury leads to cutting off of blood supply, muscle and tissue damages could be of grave nature and in extreme cases could result in paralysis. The symptoms of major crush injuries are: Damaged tissues and muscles Severe bruising Extreme pain Chances of open wounds Damages to the layers of the skin Compartment syndrome If left untreated, the open layers could acquire infections and deformities, and in the worst cases the infection may lead to amputation. Compartment syndrome occurs when the injured part is deprived of blood for a long period of time. In this case, the nerves could get severely damaged and the victim might experience muscle death. The symptoms of compartment syndrome are: Extreme pain Tingling sensation of pins and needles that a limb feels when idle for long Paralysis of the limb No pulse in the affected limb SDFDAFF
Traumatic crush injuries could be a result of: Motor vehicle accidents Falling from heights Structural collapses of buildings due to earthquakes and other reasons Industrial injuries in machines Fingers getting trapped inside the doors for long periods of time Legs being stuck under heavy objects for extended durations
Depending on the severity of the damages incurred, traumatic crush injuries may be diagnosed using the following methods: ... Physical examination X-ray CT scan MRI scan
If you have met with a minor crush injury, medical attention may not be required. If it is an open wound, cleaning the wound with clean water and disinfectants should suffice. Also, first aid done at the right time will avoid infections. To reduce pain, ice-packs may be held over the injured area for ten to fifteen minutes of time. In case there is swelling, severe pain and immobility of the injured part, be sure to immediately consult a doctor. This might be a case of bone fracture due to the crush. Compartment syndromes often result in fractures. Antibiotics If you have met with a moderate or severe crush injury, you need to visit a doctor immediately. Ythe doctor might administer antibiotics like Tetanus, in-line with the cause of the injury. If the bleeding is high, try to get first aid done possible to prevent infection and reduce bleeding. Fasciotomy In cases where compartment syndrome has already set in or is inevitable, a fasciotomy or a surgery to ease the muscles and nerves from pressure is needed. When medical attention has not been possible to seek at the right time and compartment syndrome is left untreated for a long period of time, it might also be required to amputate the part. In extreme cases, multiple surgeries may be needed, to repair the muscles, nerves and tendons completely.
To prevent traumatic crush injuries, always follow: The prescribed safety procedures when you work on machines and vehicles Always be prepared for emergency situations if you stay in an earthquake prone area
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