ATHLETIC INJURY Flashcards
1
Q
What are some stress sources that can lead to stress related injury?
A
- physical problems
- medical treatment
- rehabilitation difficulties
- financial difficulties
- career worries
- missed opportunities
- psychological reactions
- social concerns
2
Q
What are some physiological reactions to injury?
A
- stress increases catecholamines and glucocorticoids
- decreases insulin-like growth hormones
- sleep disturbances
3
Q
What are some psychological reactions to injury?
A
- identity loss
- fear and anxiety
- lack of confidence
- performance decrements
4
Q
What are the three typical phases of psychological reaction to injury?
A
- injury-relevant information processing
- emotional upheaval and reactive behaviours
- positive outlook and coping
5
Q
What are some signs to poor adjustment to injury?
A
- feelings of anger and confusion
- obsession with return to play
- denial
- repeatedly coming back too soon
- exaggerated bragging
- dwelling on minor complaints
- guilt about letting the team down
- withdrawal
- rapid mood swings
- “recovery will not occur”
6
Q
What is the role of sport and exercise psychology?
A
- goal setting
- positive self-talk
- compliance
- knowledge
7
Q
What is the 3-phase process of rehab and recovery?
A
- injury or illness phase
- rehabilitation or recovery phase
- return to full activity phase
