Soc 10 Flashcards
5 injury prevention
Correct equipment
Use of clothing
Warm up/cool down
Correct application
Checking equipment
Soft tissue
Joint injuries
Sprain
Damaged ligament
Strain
Twist, pull or tear of a muscle or tendon
Torn cartilage
Damaged elastic substance which lines adjoining bones
Fracture
Broken or cracked bone
Dislocation
A dislocation is when a bone at a joint is forced out of its normal position
Concussion symptoms
headaches, loss of coordination, confusion or slurred speech
Abrasion
Friction of the skin against a rough surface
How it can a soft tissue injury occur
Frequent repetitive exercises can often result in injury to joints
How it can a sprain injury occur
Falling or landing awkwardly
How it can a strain injury occur
Sprinting or other explosive movements
How it can torn cartilage injury occur
Often due to wear and tear from long-term overuse
How can a fracture injury occur
Occurs from a blow, severe twisting or wrenching of a joint
How can a dislocation injury occur
Hard blows which causes one of the bones to be displaced