Sports Injury Management

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Which of the following injuries involves damage to a cord of tissue connecting muscle to bone due to overstretching or over-contraction?

  • Concussion
  • Dislocation
  • Fracture
  • Strain (correct)

A basketball player lands awkwardly after a jump, resulting in pain and swelling in their ankle. Which of the following injuries is MOST likely, given the mechanism of injury?

  • Dislocation
  • Concussion
  • Fracture
  • Sprain (correct)

In which type of injury do bones that form a joint become separated, often resulting from a fall or collision?

  • Fracture
  • Sprain
  • Concussion
  • Dislocation (correct)

What type of injury involves a break in the continuity of a bone, often resulting from a high-impact force or repetitive stress?

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In sports, which injury is considered life-threatening due to its potential to disrupt the normal function of the brain?

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Which of the following is LEAST likely to be classified as a chronic or overuse injury?

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Which of the following is MOST likely to be classified as an acute injury?

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Injuries in sports and fitness are defined as damage to tissues or organs resulting from trauma or physical force that exceeds the tissue's:

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What does the 'P' stand for in the acronym 'PRICED,' a mnemonic for the immediate management of acute soft tissue injuries?

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What does the 'H' in HARM, which outlines what to avoid in the initial management of an injury, stand for?

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Individuals engaging in regular physical activity and sports have a higher risk of injury compared to those with sedentary lifestyles; however, this risk is usually considered:

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Proper warm-up, training, and vigilance are strategies that primarily aim to:

<p>Dramatically reduce the occurrence of injuries (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Injuries occur when tissues encounter trauma or physical force. The amount of stress and strain tissues can withstand before breaking down depends on factors such as:

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Which type of force acts away from the center of a structure, causing a pull or stretch, often leading to sprains or strains?

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Compressive forces impact the center of a structure causing it to do what?

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Why is it generally safer to land with a flexed knee rather than a fully extended leg when jumping?

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Which statement accurately differentiates between acute and chronic injuries?

<p>Acute injuries manifest suddenly, while chronic injuries develop over time. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An athlete experiences a sudden, sharp pain and immediate swelling in their ankle during a basketball game. This injury is MOST likely classified as:

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Which of the following is the MOST accurate description of a sprain?

<p>Damage to ligaments. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the PRIMARY difference between a strain and a sprain?

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Which event is MOST likely to result in a fracture?

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What characterizes a dislocation injury?

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Following a blow to the head during a soccer game, an athlete experiences temporary confusion and dizziness. What injury is MOST likely?

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Why is it crucial to seek medical evaluation for any blow to the head?

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What is a stress fracture?

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An athlete is diagnosed with tendinopathy. What is the BEST description of this condition?

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Osteoarthritis primarily involves:

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What is bursitis?

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Children and teens are more susceptible to heat-related illnesses because compared to adults they:

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Muscle cramps and spasms that occur during or after intense exercise and sweating in high heat are indicative of which heat-related illness?

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Which heat-related illness is considered life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention?

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According to research, what percentage could injury rates be reduced by if athletes took appropriate preventative action?

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What is a key reason to be in proper physical condition for a sport?

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Why is it important to know and abide by the rules of a sport?

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Protective gear and equipment in sports are MOST important for:

<p>Everyone, to prevent injuries (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the PRIMARY benefit of adequate rest in an athlete's training regimen?

<p>Preventing injuries of overuse (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is warming up essential before playing sports?

<p>Warm muscles are less susceptible to injuries (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Playing through pain is generally discouraged because:

<p>Pain indicates a problem and ignoring it can lead to more severe injury (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of sports injury management?

<p>To allow an individual to safely return to their chosen sport without damaging their body (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Following RICER principles, what is the primary objective of applying ice to a soft tissue injury?

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Flashcards

What are injuries?

Tissues or organs damaged by trauma or physical force exceeding their resistance.

What are tensile forces?

Acting away from the center of a structure, causing a pull or stretch.

What are compressive forces?

Impact the center of a structure, causing it to bend or fold.

What are shear forces?

Opposing forces toward different ends of a structure that causes a twist.

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What are acute injuries?

Injuries with signs and symptoms that manifest immediately after force application.

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What are chronic injuries?

Injuries with signs and symptoms that occur after a long period of exposure to force.

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What is a strain?

Excessive stretching that causes tears in the muscle-tendon unit.

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What is a sprain?

Excessive stretching that causes the fibers of a ligament to break.

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What is a fracture?

A break in the continuity of the bone, often from high impact forces.

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What are dislocations?

Bones pushed out from their joint capsule

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What is a concussion?

Head trauma causing brain lurching inside the skull

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What is a stress fracture?

Fatigue-induced bone fracture from repeated stress over time

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What is Tendinopathy/Tendinitis?

Tendon disorder causing pain, swelling, and impaired function

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What is Osteoarthritis?

Most common form of arthritis. Chronic degenerative joint disease affecting mostly middle-aged and older adults.

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What is Bursitis?

Inflammation or irritation of a bursa sac, easing rubbing and friction

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What are heat cramps?

Mildest form of a heat illness consisting of painful muscle cramps and spasms

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What is heat exhaustion?

Caused by loss of water and salt in the body due to extreme heat and excessive sweating

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What is heat stroke?

Most severe form of heat illness. Body's heat-regulating system is overwhelmed.

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Be in Proper Physical Condition

Weekend warriors have high rates of injury; train for your sport.

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Know the Rules

The rules are designed for safety.

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Wear Protective Gear

Fit well to save knees, hands, teeth, eyes, and head.

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Take time to rest

Athletes with high training days have more injuries.

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Always Warm-Up

Warm muscles are less susceptible to injuries.

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Avoid Playing When Tired

This is a set-up for a careless injury.

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What is REST in RICER?

Minimize swelling and bleeding.

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What is ICE in RICER?

Slow down tissue metabolism; apply ASAP.

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What is COMPRESSION in RICER?

Limit bleeding in isolated area; ensure circulation

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What is ELEVATION in RICER?

Limit the effect of gravity

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What is REFER in RICER?

Get the right assessment and diagnosis.

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What is HEAT in HARM?

Hot baths, showers, saunas, heat packs, and heat rubs

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What about ALCOHOL in HARM?

Alcohol masks pain and the severity of the injury

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What about activity?

Uninjured part only; follow advice of health professional.

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MASSAGE in HARM?

Improper massage may exacerbate injury.

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Study Notes

  • The module covers safety practices in sports and exercise, including sports injury management
  • Luig and Henke stated in 2012 how injury prevention in sports have great benefits for individuals
  • Sports and physical activities improve health, enhance sports performance, promote active lifestyles, and reduce healthcare costs

Common Sports Injuries

  • Engaging in sports poses a risk of injury, but awareness can help prevent them; warming up, proper training, and safety measures also reduce injuries
  • Injuries are damaged tissues or organs withstanding trauma or physical force greater than their resistance

Factors Influencing Tissue Resistance

  • Inherent abnormality
  • Body position
  • Age
  • Technique
  • Fitness level
  • Equipment
  • Environmental aspects

Types of Forces Affecting Tissues

  • Tensile forces: Pull or stretch away from the center
  • Compressive forces: Impact the center, causing bending or folding
  • Shear forces: Opposing forces causing twisting
  • Bone is strong against compressive forces
  • Muscle-tendon units are strong against tensile forces Injuries can be acute, with immediate signs and symptoms, or chronic/overuse, developing over time

Acute Injuries

  • Include sprains, strains, fractures, dislocations, and wounds
  • Sprain: Overstretched ligament
  • Strain: Tearing of the muscle-tendon unit
  • Fracture: Break in the bone's continuity, often from high-impact forces
  • Dislocation: Bones pushed out of their joint capsule

Chronic Injuries

  • Chronic injuries result from prolonged, repetitive motion
  • Often referred to as overuse injuries from overusing one body area over a long period of time
  • Stress fracture: Fatigue-induced bone fracture from repeated stress
  • Tendinopathy/Tendinitis: Tendon disorder causing pain, swelling, and impaired function; worsens with movement
  • Osteoarthritis: Degenerative joint disease causing breakdown of joint cartilage
  • Exposure to heat and humidity without relief or fluid intake causes heat-related illnesses; children and teens adjust slower to heat changes
  • Heat cramps: Painful muscle cramps/spasms during/after intense exercise
  • Heat exhaustion: Loss of water/salt, extreme sweating; can progress to heat stroke if untreated
  • Heat stroke: The heat-regulating system is overwhelmed; life-threatening emergency

Sports Injury Prevention

  • Quinn stated in 2019 how taking appropriate preventative action decreases injury rates by 25%
  • Be in Proper Physical Condition: Train adequately for the sport
  • Know and Abide by the Rules: Rules are designed to keep things safe
  • Wear Appropriate Protective Gear: Protective equipment saves knees, hands, teeth, eyes, and head
  • Rest: Critical for proper training; prevents overuse injuries
  • Always Warm-Up: Warm muscles are less susceptible to injuries
  • Avoid Playing When Tired/in Pain: Pain indicates a problem

Sports Injury Management

  • Aims to return or continue their chosen sport without damaging or compromising their body
  • RICER (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation, Refer) aids initial healing after a soft tissue injury
  • Rest: Minimizes swelling and bleeding
  • Ice: Slows tissue metabolism, reduces inflammation
  • Compression: Limits bleeding and swelling
  • Elevation: Reduces fluid collection
  • Refer: Seek professional assessment, diagnosis, treatment

Avoid HARM in the Initial Days of Injury

  • Heat: Causes blood vessels to dilate
  • Alcohol: Increases swelling, masks pain
  • Running or Other Excessive Exercise: Increases blood flow to the area
  • Massage: Stimulates blood flow, may exacerbate the injury

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