Eventually, every skier or snowboarder crashes. It might be on extreme terrain. It might be on a slow catwalk when you least expect it. You never know.
Here’s the problem: Park City has a culture of playing through injuries and “toughing it out.” Many locals can’t imagine a week or two without physical activity. Many visitors can’t imagine sitting out the rest of their ski vacation.
The decision to ski with an undiagnosed injury could turn a two-week rest into a six-month recovery. To prevent that from happening, follow these steps: