Indoor inline skaters may occasionally get "floor burns” - shiny red patches that are created when an unprotected part of the body glides across a smooth wood, tile, plastic or coated cement skating surface as the result of a fall. A floor burn is an abrasion that only disturbs the outer layer of skin (the epidermis) which provides protection to muscles and organs. These abrasions are similar to a first degree burn and can usually be cared for without a medical professional's attention.
Difficulty: Easy
Time Required: 5 Minutes
Here's How:
Evaluate the Floor Burn
A floor burn with reddened skin that shows no blistering will not need professional medical attention.
Clean and Treat the Floor Burn
Clean and treat the injury with a topical ointment like Neosporin to prevent infection, stop bacteria from growing and reduce pain.
What You Need:
- Sterile gauze
- Topical wound ointment
