When Lightning Strikes: What Happens to the Body
Being struck by lightning is one of those childhood fears grouped with sinking into quicksand or disappearing into the Bermuda […]
Signs and Symptoms That Can Appear Years After Electrical Injury
When one hears the word injury, it is easy to imagine something visible: blood, torn skin, or an obvious wound.
Research & Innovation, Uncategorized
Understanding Electrical Burn Research: Global Trends and Key Contributors
Electrical burns remain a critical medical challenge, often resulting in severe complications, prolonged recovery, and high healthcare costs. Recent analyses
Decoding Electrical Trauma: Unraveling the Hidden Effects of Electric Shock to Advance Treatment
Learn more about the complexities of electrical shock injuries in the new Electrical Contractor Magazine article titled “The Mysteries of
Immediate Steps to Take After an Electrical Injury
When faced with an electrical injury, immediate and correct action can make a significant difference in the outcome. The first
Electrical Injury, Electrical Injury & Recovery, Uncategorized
Electrical Safety: How to Prevent Accidents and Protect Yourself from Electrical Accidents or Injuries?
Electricity powers nearly every aspect of modern life, from our homes and workplaces to the technology we rely on daily.
Electrical Injury, Electrical Injury & Recovery
What Really Happens When Current Passes Through the Body?
The terms “shock” and “electrocution” are often used interchangeably, but they represent two distinct, though related, phenomena. Understanding this difference
Empowering Resilience: Essential Recovery Strategies for Electrical Injuries
Established in 2009, the Chicago Electrical Trauma Rehabilitation Institute (CETRI) represents the culmination of a collaborative, multi-institutional effort spanning two
What Is Electricity and How CETRI is Advancing Electrical Injuries Rehabilitation Through Research
Electricity fuels our world, but the dangers of this invisible energy are important to keep in mind. Join us as
What Are the Long-Term Effects of Electrical Shock?
There are at least 30,000 electrical shock incidents per year reported in the United States. These events can result in