Soc10-Preventing Injuries Flashcards
What is a Concussion?
Where you receive a blow to the head either in a game like rugby or NFL and you get symptoms like headaches,slurred speech,co-ordination is slower
What is a Fracture?
A fracture is a crackle or broken bone and there are four different types: Compound Simple Stress Inclosed
What is a dislocation?
A dislocation is when a bone is forced out of its normal position
What is Cartilage?
A cartilage is a firm elastic tissue that absorbs shocks and is between the bones to stop them rubbing. It is caused by Overuse of your muscles.
What is a sprain?
A sprain is a damaged ligament and often happens when you stretch too far and you hurt
What is a soft tissue injury?
Joints are where two or more bones meet. They are prone to injury because movements past the range can tear or pull tendons and ligaments.
What is a strain?
A strain is a twist,pull or tear of a muscle or a tendon. Most common strains are in your back and hamstrings.
What is an abrasion?
An abrasion or graze can be caused by frictions of the skin against a rough surface e.g concrete.
