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  2. Absorption (skin) - Wikipedia

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    Skin damage due to burns, abrasions, wounds and skin diseases also increase absorption. Thus populations with skin damage may be more susceptible to adverse effects of agents that are absorbed through the skin. Certain solvents like dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) act as carriers and are frequently used to transport medication through the skin. DMSO ...

  3. Crush syndrome - Wikipedia

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    Due to the risk of crush syndrome, current recommendation to nonprofessional first-aiders (in the UK) is to not release those with a crush injury who have been trapped for more than 15 minutes. [12] Treatment consists of not releasing the tourniquet, overloading the patient with fluid using Dextran 4000 IU, and slow release of pressure. If ...

  4. Immersion foot syndromes - Wikipedia

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    Immersion foot syndromes are a class of foot injury caused by water absorption in the outer layer of skin. [1] [2] There are different subclass names for this condition based on the temperature of the water to which the foot is exposed. These include trench foot, tropical immersion foot, and warm water immersion foot.

  5. What 'breaking in' your shoes is actually doing to your feet

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    Even if your feet get used to the kind of hobble-inducing pain a too-small shoe can invite, this isn't a good sign -- it just means that your foot has adapted to the discomfort, which means that ...

  6. 13 Sandals With Orthopedic Support for Pain Relief and All ...

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    Just because you’re keeping things casual doesn’t mean you can’t go “luxe.” These recovery slides help to reduce stress on your feet, joints and back, claiming to absorb “37% more ...

  7. What Podiatrists Want You to Know Before Picking Out Shoes ...

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    Wearing shoes that provide ankle support is key to avoiding most common foot injuries while ... A rubber outsole helps absorb the shock of each step you take better than a shoe with a hard sole ...

  8. Injury in humans - Wikipedia

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    Pain serves as an indicator to determine the nature and severity of an injury, but it can also worsen an injury, reduce mobility, and affect quality of life. Analgesic drugs are used to reduce the pain associated with injuries, depending on the person's age, the severity of the injury, and previous medical conditions that may affect pain relief.

  9. Chemotherapy-induced acral erythema - Wikipedia

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    The main treatment for acral erythema is discontinuation of the offending drug, and symptomatic treatment to provide analgesia, lessen edema, and prevent superinfection. However, the treatment for the underlying cancer of the patient must not be neglected. Often, the discontinued drug can be substituted with another cancer drug or cancer treatment.