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<< Back --- Table of Contents --- Forward >> Playa First Aid Bring a multipurpose First Aid Kit to Burning Man. Keep a small 'subsidiary' of this first aid kit in your Playa Survival Pack, so that you always have some of these supplies with you. Remember, preventing the need for first aid is the best first aid!
Prevent blisters if you can. Pay
attention to 'hot spots' on your feet: change your socks frequently.
Apply moleskin on any place that is rubbing inside your shoes. A good
page for blister prevention and treatment: Herbal teas can be 'good medicine' for a variety of ailments: sour stomach, digestive problems, headaches, anxiety, difficulty sleeping, etc. If you are wondering if a particular tea might be good for you on the playa, drink a 'test' cup at home and see how you like it: the playa is not a good place for a test drive a new herb. A cold pack is good for bumps and bruises, and can also be soothing if you are feeling too hot. Speaking of heat exhaustion, here are the warning signs: weakness, muscle cramps, quickening heartbeat, nausea, and sometimes vomiting. All are related to dehydration and the rise in internal body temperature. At this point, the situation is not an emergency, assuming you handle it correctly. Stop all exertion and lie down in the shade. Apply a damp cloth to the face and upper body, wetting clothes if possible. Drink water slowly but steadily. If improvement does not occur, go the medical center. Don't overdo the 'plying your body with drugs'. A hangover can make you miserable the entire next day, especially in the heat of the playa. Be sensible about what you eat and drink. You can have plenty of fun without being 'out of your gourd'. Read the AEZ General Playa Advice section for more hints about to make Burning Man a safe and fun experience. << Back --- Table of Contents --- Forward >> |