As summer celebrations heat up, so does the risk of serious injuries—especially from fireworks. While backyard displays can be a fun tradition, they can also cause devastating hand injuries that lead to lifelong consequences.
In this special segment from the Maryland TraumaNet, experts from the Curtis Hand Center—a national leader in hand and upper extremity care—join us to discuss the hidden dangers of fireworks. They share the most common injuries they treat, essential tips to stay safe, what to do in case of an emergency, and safer alternatives for celebrating with family and friends.
Before you light that fuse, watch this important conversation on how to protect your hands—and your summer fun.
Participants were Jim Higgins and Ken Means from Curtis Hand Center, Baltimore, MD.
