{"id":2033,"date":"2019-07-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2019-07-01T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/live-ati-pt-2025.pantheonsite.io\/?p=2033"},"modified":"2024-12-17T17:34:15","modified_gmt":"2024-12-17T17:34:15","slug":"ati-offers-tips-for-a-safe-4th-of-july","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.atipt.com\/ati-offers-tips-for-a-safe-4th-of-july\/","title":{"rendered":"ATI Offers Tips for a Safe 4th of July!"},"content":{"rendered":"

When you think of injuries and the 4th of July, it\u2019s pretty safe to say that \u201cFireworks\u201d pop to mind . . . and rightfully so!\u00a0 From the need for hand therapy to physical therapy, our clinicians see the results of post 4th of July celebrations every year.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe all think that people know the dangers of fireworks, especially to the hand and upper extremities,\u201d says Heather Robinson, Certified Hand Therapist at\u00a0ATI Hand Therapy in Plainfield, IL.\u00a0<\/a>\u00a0\u201cBut each year, we see the result of firework shows gone wrong \u2013 including loss of fingers, severe burns and loss of function.\u201d<\/p>\n

In fact, according to The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, 46% of all 4th of July injuries involve the hands and fingers.<\/p>\n

\u201cWith these types of injuries, the patient often has multiple surgeries, pain and several months of rehabilitation,\u201d adds Heather.\u00a0 \u201cPlease leave the firework shows to the professionals.\u201d<\/p>\n

Other Backyard Culprits<\/strong><\/p>\n

While fireworks pose more risk for injuries, other painful sprains and strains can lurk among the backyard fun and festivities on the 4th.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf you\u2019re not careful, heavy coolers, backyard sports and hot temps can turn your day off into a day of pain,\u201d says Matt Holton, Certified Athletic Trainer with ATI Physical Therapy.\u00a0 Matt offers these tips when getting ready and participating in the day\u2019s festivities:<\/p>\n