August 2018 - Toronto First Aid
Hangman’s fracture
A hangman’s fracture involves a break in one of the neck vertebrae. Even though it can be quite serious, the damage can be treated. […]
Joint effusion
Joint effusion is defined by excess fluid in a joint. It might be brought about by infection, injury or a medical condition. What are […]
Overview on Lyme disease
Lyme disease is an infectious form of disease brought about by the Borrelia burgdorferi sensu latu. This is transmitted via a bite from black-legged […]
Flail chest
A flail chest is defined as an injury that arises after sustaining blunt trauma to the chest. Once 3 or more ribs in a […]
Talus fracture
A talus fracture usually stems from significant trauma to the foot. Injuries that can result to this type of fracture include falls from a […]