Soc 10: Preventing Injury

Question 1

What is a soft tissue injury

Answer 1

Movement outside of their normal range can tear the tissue.

Question 2

What is a sprain

Answer 2

Damage to the ligament. Caused by stretching too far past normal range of the joint or by falling or colliding with an oponent. Most commonly a sprained ankle. Syptoms of swelling.

Question 3

What is a strain

Answer 3

A twist, pull or tear of a muscle or a tendon. For e.g. tennis and golfers elbow.

Question 4

What is a torn cartilage

Answer 4

Cartilage is a firm elastic substance that lines adjoining bones. It absorbs the impacts on bones while reducing the friction during sports/activities. Usually occurs due to wear and tear from long-term overuse.

Question 5

What is a fracture

Answer 5

A broken or cracked bone including: 
Stress fractures
In closed
Compound fracture
Simple fracture

Question 6

Examples of simple/closed fractures

Answer 6

Greenstick
Transverse
Impacted
Comminuted 
Oblique

Question 7

What is a dislocation

Answer 7

When a bone at a joint is forced out of its normal position.

Question 8

What is an abrasion

Answer 8

Caused by friction of the skin against a rough surface.

Question 9

What is a concussion

Answer 9

An injury normally caused by a blow to the head and can happen in many sports.

Question 10

Five ways we can minmise chance of injury

Answer 10

1. Correct application of the principles of training
2. Correct application and adherence of the rules
3. Use of appropriate protective clothing
4. Checking of equiptment and facilities
5. Use of a warm-up and cool-down