Types Of Injuries Flashcards
1
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Concussion
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Normally caused by a blow to the head and can happen in many sports
2
Q
Fractures
A
Broken or cracked bone that can occur from a blow
3
Q
Dislocation
A
When a bone or joint is forced out of its normal position
4
Q
Strians
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A force tending to pull or stretch something to an extreme or damaging degree
5
Q
Torn cartilage
A
Any activity that causes you to forcefully twist or rotate your knee
6
Q
Soft tissue injury
A
The damage of muscles, ligaments and tendons throughout the body
7
Q
Sprains
A
Wrench or twist of a ligament (ankle, wrist or other joint)
8
Q
Abrasions
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A wound caused by superficial damage to the skin
