Injury Care | Midlothian, VA
Care of Common Childhood Injuries
Childhood injuries can occur when you least expect it and often in just a few seconds. At Swift Creek Pediatrics, we understand that common childhood injuries occur even when all safety measures have been considered. Accidents do happen, and we are here to help you when minor injuries occur. We have included direct links to the CDC’s prevention tips for the most common childhood accidents/injuries, including:
- Falls
- Road accidents including motor vehicle and running out into traffic
- Poisoning (Poison Control Hotline: 1 (800) 222 -1222)
- Burns and scalds
- Animal bites
At Swift Creek Pediatrics, we recommend seeking immediate medical attention for the above childhood injuries. These injuries, while considered the top five most common childhood injuries, are time-sensitive and require emergency medical attention.
Concussions
Concussions are common among children who play contact sports. A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that can affect the way your brain functions. Most concussions are caused by a blow to the head by a fall or collision, but concussions can also occur when the head and upper body are aggressively shaken. Concussions require time and rest to heal properly, and children usually make a full recovery.
Additional Childhood Injuries
At Swift Creek Pediatrics, we want our parents to be fully educated on prevention tips for other childhood injuries. As your child ages, he/she becomes susceptible to different types of injury. Starting as soon as you leave the hospital with your baby, car seat safety is immediately discussed. Before you know it, it will be time to turn the car seat around and face forward, then move to a booster. Planning in advance will help you be ready for these childhood moments so you can enjoy them as safely as possible.
Believe it or not, one day you will give car keys to your 16- or 17-year-old. Swift Creek Pediatrics encourages parents to get the facts on teen drivers so that you can make the best decisions for your teenager. One of the most important safety features for your teen driver’s benefit is YOU: please start with ensuring your child receives the appropriate education in both driver education class and behind-the-wheel training.