Common Winter Injuries: Risks, prevention and treatments

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) --

The colder months of winter bring us fun, snow, and endless seasonal activities. But with all the unpredictable weather and the bitter cold, come unexpected winter injuries.

Wintertime risks can typically be avoided but the first step is to educate yourself as the temperature drops. The experts at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute have put together the tips below to ensure you stay safe and healthy this winter.

While winter means fun, games, and the hope of canceled school days, it also means serious complications and risks for people of all walks of life. The cold, snow and ice of the season bring a myriad of common winter injuries to be cognizant of.

But being informed and prepared is half the battle. For those who want to learn more about common winter injuries, winter injury prevention tips, and effective treatments for these injuries, read on to learn how to prevent the prevalent risks and common injuries of the winter season.

We've divided our overview of common winter injuries into three more specific categories: winter sports injuries, risks and injuries related to exposure, and common risks and injuries for seniors. Each section contains helpful information, tips, and winter injuries statistics.