Khabarovsk sees surge in garden tool injuries as spring work turns dangerous

Warmer weather has led to a sharp rise in garden tool injuries in Khabarovsk. Over the past week alone, nearly 50 people arrived at the Professor O.V. Vladirmirdtsev Regional Clinical Hospital with severe hand trauma. Most cases involved chainsaws, lawnmowers, and other electric equipment. Doctors at the hospital’s microsurgery department have treated patients with complex injuries caused by careless handling of power tools. Many incidents resulted in deep cuts, crushed bones, or severed tendons. Specialists in trauma and orthopaedic surgery worked to repair blood flow, reconnect muscles, and restore mobility in damaged limbs.

In the most severe cases, surgeons performed tissue grafts to aid recovery. The team relies on over 40 years of experience and advanced medical technologies. Their goal is to preserve injured hands and help patients regain full function. The hospital has warned residents to exercise caution when using high-powered garden equipment. Even minor mistakes can lead to life-changing injuries requiring extensive surgery.

The recent spike in accidents highlights the risks of improper tool use during spring and summer. Patients with severe hand injuries now face long recovery periods, including physiotherapy and follow-up procedures. The hospital continues to urge safety measures to prevent further incidents.