Top 10 Injuries That Happen Every Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is all fun and food… until someone ends up on the injury report. Here are the top 10 Thanksgiving injuries that somehow happen every single year. Let’s all try to avoid one of these this year.

1. Burned Hands From Checking the Oven — Because sometimes, patience is harder than pie crust.

2. Knife Cuts During Turkey Carving — The annual battle vs. poultry.

3. Tripping Over a 4 Legged Friend — There has got to be some scraps falling down there!

4. Dropped Frozen Turkey on Foot — But please don’t wear shoes in the house!

5. The Annual Backyard Football Injuries — Uncle John, you are not Bo Nix!

6. Smoke Alarm Panic Attacks — The true Thanksgiving soundtrack in my house.

7. Swollen Ankles From Running Around Hosting — MVP of the day: Mom & Grandma

8. Stomachaches From That Third Plate — We knew better. We didn’t listen. But remember we listen, and we don’t judge!

9. Falling Asleep in Weird Positions — The post-meal nap in the recliner claims another victim.

10. Kids Colliding While Playing Indoors — Every aunt has yelled “STOP RUNNING!” at least once.

Stay safe, Denver — and enjoy the holiday! 🦃