There is nothing worse than getting a cut or serious wound on your arm, leg, or body. Not only does it hinder you until it is healed, but it is highly likely that the wound could become infected if not treated properly. During our daily workouts, there are numerous objects with the potential of maiming or injuring us, particularly on the shins and hands. It’s always good to have a plan if your injuries take a turn for the worse and become infected.
Infections have been known to lead to a variety of serious other health conditions, including death. In fact, before the discovery of antibiotics and other medications many individuals died because they couldn’t properly treat and prevent infections. Thanks to the advances in modern science and medicine that is really no longer the case. So, how do you go about preventing infections? (more…)