Types Of Injuries Flashcards
1
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Concussion
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An injury caused normally caused by an impact of the head onto something else e.g. someones shoulder.
2
Q
Fractures
A
When a bone cracks or breaks and with different severities.
3
Q
Dislocation
A
When a bone comes out of place due to an impact.
4
Q
Strains
A
When you twist, pull or tear muscles or tendons.
5
Q
Soft tissue injury
A
When two or more bones meet and they go beyond the range and tear or pull tendons and ligaments.
6
Q
Torn cartilage
A
When the cartilage which acts like a cushion between the shinbone and thighbone tears.
7
Q
Sprains
A
A damaged ligament.
8
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Abrasions
A
Friction against the skin.
