Soc 10 - Preventing Injury Flashcards
1
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Concussion
A
An acute injury that occurs in the head. Caused by a blow to the head.
2
Q
Fractures
A
A broken or cracked bone. In closed, compound, stress and simple. Caused by a blow for example a 2 footed tackle in football.
3
Q
Dislocation
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When a bone in a joint is forced out of position. Cased by a blow to a joint.
4
Q
Strains
A
Pull tear or twist in a muscle or tendon. Caused by not stretching before activity.
5
Q
Soft Tissue Injury
A
Where 2 or more bones meet and go past the range of movement and cause tear or pull of a tendon. Caused by the overuse of muscles and tendons.
6
Q
Sprains
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A damaged ligament. Most commonly a twisted ankle.
7
Q
Abrasion
A
Friction of the skin against a rough surface. E.g. concrete playground. Caused by falling over on concrete or astro turf.
