Welcome to the Civilian Medical Podcast episode 074



Introduction



Follow up from Aviation Emergencies



NC Medical Helicopter crash: found by civilians in the woods, potential interview in the future with crew

SC Pediatric Trauma & Injury Prevention Symposium; how was it?



 



Part 1- Treating injuries related to Martial Arts



Striking sports:



Head and face injuries-lacerations, contusions, mouth/teeth injuries; concussions

Torso injuries: contusions, rib fractures

Extremities: fractures





Grappling Sports: 



Choking: blood choke should self-resolve quickly. Long chokes can increase ICP and cause hemorrhage/stroke

Joint locks: arm bars, shoulder locks, wrist locks, ankle locks

Other: can be head or spinal injuries with slams





Medical Response for martial arts academies:



Preparations



Right Gear; First aid kit and AED

Right Training for staff

Emergency Plan











 



Part 2- Role of Martial Arts for Emergency Responders



Self-Defense



Grappling vs. striking. Grappling allows better control without causing injury; striking can be more valuable with multiple aggressors

Most fights end up on the ground

Law Enforcement

EMS/Fire





Health and wellness



Cardio

Strength

Balance and Coordination

Mental Health



Jiu Jitsu as meditation

Jiu Jitsu as community

Research around prevention for dementia









Fun!



 



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