ch7: common injuries Flashcards
1
Q
anterior cruciate ligament
ACL tear
A
RICE
surgical repair
allograft
physical therapy
2
Q
concussion
A
rest
treatment of symptoms
3
Q
muscle strain
A
RICE
avoiding physical strain to the area
4
Q
epicondylitis
tennis elbow
A
rest
ice
NSAIDs
forearm strap
extended break from aggravating activity
5
Q
rotator cuff tear
A
rest
NSAIDs
cortisone injection in shoulder joint
surgery
6
Q
bone fracture
A
immobilization with internal or external device (cast, splint, pins, plates, screws)
7
Q
joint dislocation
A
-realignment of bones
-immobilization
-physical therapy to strengthen surrounding muscles
-surgery for repeated incidences
