Head and Spinal Injuries

Pelvic Injuries

Signs and symptoms of a pelvic injury include:

• Signs of shock (casualty could be bleeding internally)
• Casualty cannot stand or walk
• Urge to urinate
• Casualty cannot urinate or there is blood in the urine
• Sharp pain in the groin and small of the back
• Increased pain when moving

First Aid for a Pelvic Injury

Give first aid as you would for a spinal injury. Steady and support the casualty in the position found while waiting for medical help. Stabilize the pelvic area with heavy padding such as blankets on either side.

Following this treatment, due to the risk of aggravating the injury, keep the casualty in the current position, unless immediate intervention is required. When possible, the casualty should not be moved until EMS personnel arrive or as directed by the 9-1-1 operator.