MamasHealth.com Home Skiing Information Avoid an Avalanche Avoid Ski Injuries Benefits of Skiing Ski Gear Guide Links Email Mama Helmet Skis Ski Bindings Ski Boots Ski Goggles Ski Pants Ski Poles Ski Socks Snow Jackets Expert ski tips Ski chute tactic Skiing down a chute	Most Common Ski Injuries Fractures of the hand, collar bone, and legs. Pulled thumb ligament. Also called Skier's Thumb This is a ligament injury at the base of the thumb. It usually occurs during a fall on an outstretched hand while still holding the pole. Head injuries Knee injuries. ACL tear or sprain. (ACL is also called Anterior Cruciate ligament). Usually occurs in situations where the skier is attempting to recover when off-balance or during a fall and attempting to sit down while out of control. MCL tear or sprain (MCL is also called Medial Collateral Ligament). The medial collateral ligament is a tight band of tissue on the inner side of the knee. It helps prevent abnormal bending. MCL tears can occur when skiers fall. Tips to Prevent Ski Injuries Take a skiing lesson and learn the proper way to stop, turn and control yourself. Maintain good physical shape. Stretch your muscles before skiing. Stop skiing when you become tired. You are more likely to hurt yourself if you try to ski while you are tired or fatigued. Ski on a slope that matches your skills. If you try to ski on a slope that is too difficult for your skills, you are more likely to injure yourself. Use equipment that matches your size and skill level. Keep your equipment maintained and in good condition. Wear a helmet. Rent equipment from respected rental shops. Dress in layers. Do not drink alcohol while skiing. Stay hydrated with water or fitness drinks. Ski responsibly and be aware of other skiers around you.	Featured Book Advertise on MamasHealth.com Sponsor a contest on MamasHealth.com Sign up for our Email Newsletter For Email Marketing you can trust
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