Indeed, that is one aspect of paddling that attracts many of us to the sport and maintains our interest. Just as snow skiers like to try resorts in various locations, paddlers enjoy new rivers, lakes, gorges, and fjords. However, unlike a skier, a paddler will not find a medical clinic at the bottom of the mountain. To be prepared for emergency care in the wilderness, a paddler should be ready to rely on his or her own knowledge and resources. The degree of preparedness necessary depends on the level of difficulty, duration, and remoteness of the trip.
More remote areas necessitate a higher level of readiness.
Finally, some expeditions should not be undertaken unless there is someone along with more formal training in outdoor emergency care. In this story, we'll talk about the treatment of various types of medical ailments that may occur in wilderness paddling settings. We will also provide some background information concerning what educational resources are available and what to include in a medical kit. One important distinction to make is that of acute versus chronic injuries. Paddlers are susceptible to a variety of maladies that may be related to overuse or chronic irritation such as tendinitis, bursitis, and delayed-onset muscle soreness.