Soc10 Preventing Injury

Question 1

Soft tissue injury

Answer 1

Joints are where two or more bones meet.
They are particular prone injury because
movement outside of their normal range
can tear or pull tendons, ligaments,
muscles and cartilage.

Question 2

Sprain

Answer 2

A sprain is a damaged ligament. One of the most
common sprains in sport is a twisted ankle.
Sprains often occur when stretching too far past
normal range of a joint, but can also be caused by
falling or colliding with an opponent.
Symptoms: Swelling

Question 3

Strain

Answer 3

A strain is a twist, pull or tear of a muscle
or a tendon.
Most common strains are in the back and
the hamstrings
Two examples of strains are golfers elbow
and tennis elbow

Question 4

Torn cartilage

Answer 4

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.

Question 5

Fracture

Answer 5

A fracture is a broken or a cracked bone. There are several types of fractures
including:
Stress fractures (overuse injuries): They can happen as a result of fatigue
Compound fractures: the broken bone protrudes through the skin.
In closed: the skin over the break is not damaged.
Simple fracture: takes place with no displacement of the bone.

Question 6

Dislocation

Answer 6

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: deformity and swelling of the joint,
which is locked out of position.

Question 7

Abrasions

Answer 7

Abrasions or grazes can be caused by
friction of the skin against a rough
surface e.g. a concrete playground or
artificial pitches.
Can occur from a tackle or just simply
falling over during a game of; football,
rugby or hockey.

Question 8

Concussion

Answer 8

Concussion is an injury normally caused by a blow
to the head and can happen in many sports.
What sport do you think is most commonly
associated with concussion?
Symptoms: headaches, weakness, loss of
coordination or balance, confusion or slurred
speech.

Question 9

Injury prevention

Answer 9

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