Physical Aids to support musculoskeletal system

Question 1

Protective equipment needs to:

Answer 1

Fit correctly, Specific to sport, worn during training and game, maintained.

Question 2

Correct Footwear can:

Answer 2

help prevent shin splints, over pronation, underpronation, achillies tendon problems.

Question 3

Shoes should have following characteristics (5)

Answer 3

Good grip, stability, cushioning, Flexability. Comfort for the wearer, correct fit.

Question 4

Purpose of taping

Answer 4

restrict some potenitally harmful movements while also allowing for desired movements of joint/muscle.

Question 5

Advantage and disavantage of taping

Answer 5

Advantage, less risk of injury and easily accessible. Disadvantage is that you may become reliant on taping. Also can cause skin irritaion and reduced circulation, lose of elasticity and becomes less effective.

Question 6

What are the 3 types of tapes.

Answer 6

Rigid Strapping tape (restrict movement + provide mechanical support), Soft elastic bandager (for initial injury to compress soft tissue and reduce swelling), kinesiology taping (Thinner + more elastic, less restrictive to allow muscle support while not compromising range of motion)

Question 7

Advantages and disadvantages of braces

Answer 7

Advantages, Don’t need proffessional to put on. Also be used for musculoskeletal conditions instead of injuries. Disadvantages, can be expensive, but good ones last long time.