Is it snowing in your city?
According to China Weather Network, from December 10, a wide range of rain and snow weather kicked off, the cold wave with snowfall appeared, the first meteorological station issued two warnings, and the temperature in some areas could reach more than 12.
A number of snow-related entries have sparked heated discussions, in fact, not only the snow scene, according to the data of outpatient clinics in various places, the day of snow and about 3 days after the snow is also a period of high incidence of fractures and falls.
It is said that in the circles of orthopedic surgeons, there is a saying that "three days after the snow is the peak period for falls". What are the precautions for traveling in snowy weather?
Life Times interviewed experts to teach you how to adjust your walking posture and prevent falls correctly.
Interviewee: Zhang Tao, Chief Physician of the Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University
The 4 slipperiest places after the snow
When traveling after the snow, the slipperiest places on the street actually have a pattern to follow. When passing through these places, one should pay extra attention or try to avoid them.
1. Zebra crossing.
Why is it that the zebra crossing, which is usually good, becomes so difficult to walk after snowing?
Some zebra crossings are lacquered to alert passers-by at night, but they can be slippery after snowSome zebra crossings are not slippery, but as the reflective surface is worn out, it is easy to slip when walking.
In addition, after the snow accumulates on the zebra crossing, the snow becomes more slippery due to the frequent passage of people and cars. Nowadays, many cities have started to use non-slip zebra crossings, which are safer.
2. Parking lots and gas station entrances and exits.
In these places, the snow is very solid due to the frequent traffic of cars, and when the tires are rubbed, it can become very slippery. In addition, there are often slopes in these places.
In the same way, bus stops are also easy places to fall, especially when getting on and off the bus with an unstable center of gravity.
3. Subway or underpass exit.
These places are very dangerous, the road surface is easy to freeze, and there are often steps.
Many people come out of the inner safety of the road, or walk in a hurry due to commuting and other reasons, and they can't adapt to the snowy streets all of a sudden, and they are prone to slipping.
4. Place to lay tiles.
Especially when you just enter the mall after stepping on the snow, the snow embedded in the soles of your shoes will be very slippery when it touches the tilesIt's best to stomp your feet at the door and knock off the snow before entering.
Who is more likely to slip?
The 5 types of people are people who are prone to falling after snow, especially when the temperature rises and falls and after the snow accumulates, so pay special attention.
1. People who are in a hurry.
Walking in a hurry, often not paying attention to your step.
2. People who play with their mobile phones while walking.
Focusing on playing with mobile phones or chatting, the attention to the feet is distracted, the field of vision is also narrowed, and it is easy to slip after snow.
3. Those who walk with their hands in their pockets.
Holding something in both hands, his body balance is unstable, and he cannot free his hands to help the ground after falling, he is likely to be seriously injured. Similarly, walking with hands in pockets makes it difficult to react quickly when falling.
When going out on a snowy day, it is best to carry a backpack to free your hands and react immediately in case of danger.
4. The elderly. Most of the elderly have a low bone mass, and they wear a lot of clothes in winter, so they are inconvenient to move, and the chance of falling is very high. If it rains or snows the day before, try not to go out early the next morning, and it is safer to be accompanied by family members or use a cane when going out.
5. Drunk.
Especially after dinner in the evening, the temperature drops and the snow on the road freezes into ice. The drunk person walks unsteadily and is unresponsive.
When traveling after snow, the "first step" is to be careful.
Adjust your walking posture to greatly reduce the chance of falling.
Non-slip gait: learn to walk as a penguin
When the stride length is large, the legs are also raised, and the center of gravity of the body changes greatly, making it easier to fall. When walking on narrow roads, the distance between your feet should not be too small, and you should keep a distance of about 20 cm.
When walking on snow, shift your weight forward, try to keep the soles of your feet touching the ground as much as possible, and keep your calves perpendicular to the ground.
If the road surface is icy, don't rub against the ground, otherwise it is easy to trip, and you should lift your feet a little as you take each step.
For example, when waiting for a traffic light, the "first step" taken from the stop state is the most likely to slip. In addition, a faster or slower speed can also change the balance of the body, so it is best to walk at a constant speed on snowy days.
Non-slip equipment: deep grooves, soft soles are the most non-slip
Walking on the snow in plain hard-soled leather shoes or high heels is very easy to slip.
A pair of comfortable snowshoes should have three conditions: non-slip, waterproof and warm. Non-slip soles are basic, and choosing the right ones can make people stable.
The groove of the sole should be deep, so that the shoe has more friction and grip on the road surface.
However, it should be reminded that although hiking shoes have deep grooves, the soles are generally very hard, and if the seams are stuffed with snow, they will be more slippery and not suitable for wearing in snow.
The sole should be soft, and on the basis of deep grooves, the sole should also be soft and able to "stick" firmly to the road surface. Nowadays, there are a lot of professional snowshoe soles that are made of non-slip materials and are available to choose from.
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