Soc 10 Flashcards
What are the 8 different types of injury for GSCE?
Concussions, abrasions, fractures, dislocations, torn cartilage, strain (tendon or muscle), sprain (ligament), soft tissue injury
What is concussion?
Concussion is an injury normally caused by a blow to the head and can happen in many sports.
What are the symptoms of concussion?
headaches, weakness, loss of coordination or balance, confusion or slurred speech.
What is a fracture?
A fracture is a broken or a cracked bone that can occur from a blow. There are several types of fractures
What are the four types of fractures?
In closed, compound fractures,simple fracture,stress fracture
In closed fracture
In closed: the skin over the break is not damaged.
Compound fractures
Compound fractures: the broken bone protrudes through the skin.
Simple fracture
take place in one line, with no displacement of the bone.
Stress fractures
They can happen as a result of fatigue.(overuse injuries)
Dislocations
A dislocation is when a bone at a joint is forced out of its normal position. Often occurs as a result of a hard blow which causes one of the bones to be displaced.
Symptoms of a dislocation
deformity and swelling of the joint, which is locked out of position.
Torn cartilage
Cartilage is a firm elastic substance which lines adjoining bones. It absorbs the impact on the bones while reducing the friction during sports/ activity.
Damage to cartilage often occurs due to wear and tear from long-term overuse.
Sprains
A sprain is a damaged ligament.Sprains often occur when stretching too far past the normal range of a joint, but can also be caused by falling or colliding with an opponent.
What is the most common sprain in sport?
A twisted ankle
What are the symptoms of a sprain?
Swelling
