If your foot is cramped in the water

The ability to swim perfectly is a guarantee of safe rest on reservoirs. Bathing in the water, you should follow the safety rules and take extra care. No one is immune from such a nuisance as cramps in the water. The main cause of cramps in the water is unpreparedness and sudden muscle strain, as well as low water temperature. Therefore, it is best to swim in sunny, windless weather at a water temperature above + 20oC. Before entering the water, it is necessary to pour water on the shore so that the body gets used to the water temperature. In the water, if you suddenly feel that your arm or leg is cramping, do everything possible to get out of the water as soon as possible. If you are far from the shore and it is difficult for you to get out without help, proceed as follows:

- Roll over on your back. If you have been swimming on your back before, then turn over on your chest. It is important to change the position of the body;

- If you experience pulling sensations in your hand, quickly squeeze your hand into a fist with force, and then abruptly throw your hand to the outside and unclench your fist. Do this several times;

- If the calf muscle is cramped, try to bend and wrap your hands around the foot, and then pull the foot towards you;

- If the thigh muscles are cramped, try to wrap your leg from the outside just below the shin at the ankle itself. Then bend your leg at the knee and pull your arm hard back to your back. It is more convenient to perform all these actions lying on the water with your back;

- It is necessary to have a pin pinned to a swimsuit or swimming trunks when bathing. In case of convulsions, it is necessary to prick the injured arm or leg with a pin or other sharp object;

- The most advantageous position of the body in order to rest and gain strength is the position on the back;

- If you do not have the strength, and the cramp does not go away, try to attract the attention of people on the shore.

Dear citizens! Remember, water does not forgive mistakes. Observe the safety rules on the water, take care of your life and the lives of your loved ones!

In case of an emergency, call the rescue service at 112.

 

DES of Ulan district.