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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Burn Surgery
  • Public Health

Background:

  • A popular hair braiding technique using synthetic extensions involves dipping braids in scalding water to seal ends.
  • This practice frequently causes burn injuries, predominantly affecting young African American females and clients across all age groups.
  • Reported burns typically occur on the back, shoulder, arm, forearm, thigh, and leg.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a unique case of a burn injury to the foot and ankle of a hairstylist performing the braiding technique.
  • To review evidence-based management of foot and ankle burns, focusing on wound healing and limb salvage.
  • To emphasize the importance of understanding burn mechanisms and implementing prevention strategies for thermal injuries associated with hair braiding.

Main Methods:

  • Case report of a hairstylist sustaining a foot and ankle burn during the braiding process.
  • Literature review focusing on evidence-based management of lower-extremity burns.
  • Analysis of the mechanism of burn injury in the context of hair braiding techniques.

Main Results:

  • A novel case of a hairstylist sustaining a foot and ankle burn from the scalding water technique is reported.
  • Foot and ankle burns present unique challenges due to anatomical and histological factors affecting ambulation.
  • These thermal injuries can necessitate hospitalization and surgical intervention, increasing healthcare costs.

Conclusions:

  • The hair braiding technique involving scalding water poses a significant burn risk, necessitating a focus on prevention and education.
  • Lower-extremity burns require specialized management to ensure proper wound healing and prevent long-term complications.
  • Treating these injuries as major burns and developing targeted prevention strategies are crucial for at-risk populations.