Soc10-preventing Injury Flashcards
1
Q
Torn cartilage
A
Cartilage is a rubbery tissue that covers and protects the ends of bones in a joint. This means it can be damaged by over streching ans twisting a joint too far.
2
Q
What are soft tissue injuries?
A
Joints that tear or overstretch tendons, ligaments, muscles and cartilages
3
Q
Sprains
A
A sprain is a damaged ligament due to an overstretch
4
Q
Strains
A
A strain is a twist or stretch muscle or tendon.
5
Q
Fracture
A
A fracture is a broken or cracked bone
6
Q
Dislocations
A
When a bone at a joint is forced out its normal position
7
Q
Abrasion
A
Grazes and cuts caused by friction
8
Q
Concussion
A
An impact to the head causes unconsiousness, confusion or memory loss.
9
Q
What are the 5 ways to prevent injury
A
- Using the correct principles of training
- Playing to the rules in competition
- Protective equipmeng/clothing
- Warming up/cooling down
10
Q
What does R.I.C.E stand for
A
Rest,ice,,compress,elevate
