injury prevention Flashcards

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how are sprains and strains different?

A

sprains are tears to ligaments often caused by an overstretch
whereas strains are twists and tears to muscles or tendons

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what is dislocation?

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dislocation is movement of a joint away from its normal position

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3
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what is a fracture?

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a fracture is a bone breakage often caused by impact

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4
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what is a blister

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a blister is the bodys way of putting protection between skin and friction

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5
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what is spinal injury?

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a spinal injury is damage to the veterbral column often caused by falls or intense pressure

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6
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what is a concussion?

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a concussion is a bad head injury usually caused by impact

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7
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how can you prevent injuries?
give 5 ways

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-warming up and cooling down
-personal protective equipment
-correct clothing or footwear
-lifting and carrying equipment safely
-appropriate level of competition

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what is PPE?
give some examples

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PPE is personal protective equipment,
equipment that protects you from physical contact

football-(shin pads)
hockey-(gum shield, shin pads, goal keeper kit)
rugby-(gum shield, scrum cap)
cricket-(helmet, gloves, box)

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9
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why is correct clothing and footwear different to PPE?
give some examples of clothing and footwear

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appropriate clothing and footwear can only prevent injury it wont protect you whearas PPE can

netball-(netball trainers)
baskketall-(basketball trainers)
athletics-(running shoes, spikes)

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10
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what is the correct technique for lifting and carrying equipment?

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-keep the load close to to the waist to reduce pressure on back and keep heavy side close
-feet apart with one leg slightly forward for balance
-avoid twisting your back
-get assistance when moving an item if its too heavy or large

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when is it important to use the correct technique in sport?

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-tackling someone in rugby
-tackling someone in football
-lifting a heavy weight

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12
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what injuries can occur from incorrect lifting and carrying technique?

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back strains, or maybe broken limbs

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13
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give some examples of appropriate level of competition precautions in sport.

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-boxing (different weight classes)
-rugby (age groups and leagues)
-football (split genders)

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