Soft Tissue Injury Flashcards
1
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Acute stage of injury
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Inflammatory reaction Clot formation 4-6 days Swelling, Red,Heat, Pain at rest, Loss of fx PROTECT the site RICE massage and PROM
2
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Subacute stage of healing
A
Inflammation decreases Proliferation, repair and healing Growth of capillary beds Fragile tissue Selective stretching Nondestructive movement
3
Q
Chronic stage
A
Maturation of CT Remodel of scar tissue Remodeling stage No inflammation Return to fx phase Strength and endurance exercises
