10/31/2025
🎃Happy Halloween from Florida Medical Orthopedic and Spine Institute! 👻
Don't let a trick-or-treating tumble or a scary spine strain turn your fun night into a nightmare! Here are a few spook-tacular safety tips to keep your bones and joints happy this Halloween:
👟 Watch Your Step: Avoid tripping hazards by ensuring costumes and capes are a safe length. Opt for sturdy, comfortable, slip-resistant shoes instead of high heels or costume shoes to prevent slips and falls.
🔦 Light the Way: Carry a flashlight or use glow sticks so you can see and be seen! Look out for uneven sidewalks and decorations in the path.
📐 Costume Check: Make sure masks or head coverings don't obstruct your vision. If a costume involves a heavy prop or piece, be mindful of the extra strain on your neck and back.
🔪 Carve with Care: Let adults handle the sharp tools for pumpkin carving! Hand injuries are common—use a carving kit and make sure your hands are dry.
Have a safe and spine-friendly holiday! If a bump or fall sends a chill down your spine, remember that the experts at Florida Medical Orthopedic and Spine Institute are here to help you get back to a pain-free, active life.
📍 We're here for all your orthopedic and spine needs!