Joint injuries Flashcards
1
Q
what is it called when the tendons inflame?
A
Tennis elbow or golf elbow
2
Q
what is a dislocation?
A
bones at the joint come out of place
3
Q
what is a sprain?
A
fibres of the ligament are torn
4
Q
what is a torn cartilage?
A
small tears appear in cartilage that acts as a cushion between bones
5
Q
what is meant by the treatment RICE?
A
R- rest I - ice C- compression E - elevation they all reduce the pain and swelling
