A Wisconsin woman who tripped over her dog in June 2015 is still dealing with the ramifications of what seemed like a simple rug burn after she landed in the intensive care unit just days later ...

Friction burns — aka rug burns — can happen when you fall on rough surfaces like asphalt and grass. You can care for minor burns at home by applying cool compresses and taking OTC pain medicine.

A Wisconsin woman is walking for the first time since losing her leg and fingers because of a rug burn earlier this summer. Alecia Kennen, 37, said her nightmare began one day when her dogs ran in ...