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WHAT IS SPORT INJURY?
WHAT IS SPORT INJURY?
• The term “sports injury” refers to the kinds of injuries that
most commonly occur during sports or exercise, but they
are not limited to athletes.
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• refers to those that occur in active individuals. This health
topic focuses on the most common types of sports injuries
—those that affect the musculoskeletal system.
WHAT IS MUSCULOSKELETAL
SYSTEM?
WHAT IS MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEM?

• is the network of muscles, tendons, ligaments,

bones, and other tissues that provides the body
with stability and enables movement.
TWO CATEGORIES OF SPORTS INJURIES

ACUTE INJURY

• happen suddenly, such as when a person falls,

receives a blow, or twists a joint.
Examples are sprains and dislocations

CHRONIC INJURY

• usually result from overuse of one area of the body

and develop gradually over time.
Examples are Shin splints and stress fractures
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1. ACHILLES TENDON INJURY

- is the thick, corded tissue that connects your calf
muscle (in the back of your lower leg) to your heel.
- is the largest tendon in your body.
- it is used to help you walk.
- this can happen due to too much running.
- can be caused by not stretching enough before
playing, and not wearing the right shoes.
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2. FRACTURE
- is caused by sudden force being
applied to a bone.
- also called a broken bone.
Symptoms include; sudden pain, swelling,
numbness, and tenderness around the area
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3. DISLOCATIONS
- happens when the ends of your
bones move out of their normal position and are
common in contact sports.
Symptoms include; extreme pain, swelling, and
not being able to move the area
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4. JUMPER’S KNEE
- also known as patellar tendinitis
- happens when there is an injury for inflammation to
the tissue that connects your kneecap and thigh
muscles your shin bone
- sports with repetitive jumping are common triggers
for this injury
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5. ROTATOR CUFF INJURY

- rotator cuff is an area inside your shoulder that helps
your shoulder move and keeps it stable. this are
common when the same actions are repeated many
times, such as in swimming, tennis, or baseball.
Symptoms include swelling in your shoulder, pain
when you lift your arm, and pain when you try to
reach behind your back
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6. SHIN PLINTS
- the shin is the area at the front of your
lower leg, below your knee.
-happen when the muscles and tendons
around your shin become inflamed
Symptom is pain in the front of your lower leg while
playing a specific sport. The pain usually goes away
with rest
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7. SPRAINS (LIGAMENTS)
- one of the most common sports injuries.
- is a stretch or tear of a ligament near a joint, such as
a knee, ankle, or wrist.
-are most often caused by falling or by a twisting
motion and can be mild or severe.
Symptoms are pain, swelling (sometimes severe), and
bruising. You may also not be able to apply weight to
the joint without pain.
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8. STRAINS (MUSCLE)
- occurs when you stretch or tear muscle tissue by
overextending it.
- happens when you quickly change direction.
- will more likely happen in a cold weather.
Symptoms are sudden pain followed by immediate
limited range of motion to the affected area. In severe
cases, you may also see bruising and swelling.
SPORTS INJURIES PREVENTION
 SPORTS INJURIES PREVENTION
1. Wear and use proper gear for your sport, including helmets, pads, shoes, sunglasses, gloves
and layered clothing where appropriate.

2. Understand the rules and follow them. They are in place for a reason.

3. Warm up slowly before activity. This is especially important in sports like basketball and
soccer that require quick, dynamic movements.

4. Always use proper body mechanics in sports involving repetitive stress to the upper
extremities (tennis, baseball, golf).

5. Listen to your body. Pain is a warning sign of injury. Don't work through pain instead, stop
or slow your activity until the pain subsides.
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6. Use specific skills training to prepare for your sport. Work with a certified coach or
instructor if you aren't sure how to best train.

7. Cross train for overall conditioning. Cross training allows specific muscles to rest and can
alleviate boredom in your routine.
8. Never forget to cool down your body after an exercise. Some people or even athletes tends
to forget to cool their body down after a rigorous activity. This sometimes causes your
muscles to become stiff that later on may lead to muscle injuries.
SPORTS INJURIES TREATMENT
 SPORTS INJURIES TREATMENT
The PRICE method is a common treatment regimen for sports injuries. It stands for:

1. PROTECTION - protect the affected area from further injury - for example, by using a
support.

2. REST - avoid exercise and reduce your daily physical activity.

3. ICE - apply an ice pack to the affected area for 15-20 minutes every two to three hours.
Wrap the ice pack in a towel so that it doesn't directly touch your skin and cause an ice
burn.
4. COMPRESSION - use elastic compression bandages to limit swelling.
5. ELEVATION - keep the injured body part raised above the level of your heart whenever
possible. This may also help reduce swelling.
 OTHER TREATMENT FOR SPORTS INJURIES
1. Pain relief- painkillers, such as paracetamol, can be used to help ease the pain.
1. PAIN RELIEF - painkillers, such as paracetamol, can be used to help ease the pain.

2. IMMOBILIZATION - can sometimes help prevent further damage by reducing

movement. It can also reduce pain, muse swelling and muscle spasm. Examples are use of
sings, splints and cast.

3. PHYSIOTHERAPY - a specialist treatment where techniques such as massage,

manipulation and exercises are used to improve range of motion, strengthen the surrounding
muscles, and return the normal function of the injured area.
 OTHER TREATMENT FOR SPORTS INJURIES
1. Pain relief- painkillers, such as paracetamol, can be used to help ease the pain.
4. CORTICOSTEROID INJECTIONS - may be recommended if you have severe or
persistent inflammation.
It can help relieve pain caused by your injury, although for some people the pain reef is
minimal or only lasts for a short period of time.

5. SURGERY AND PROCEDURES - This include a manipulation or surgery to plates,

screws or forts if ever there are broken bones.
 Factors that may result into injuries include:
• Childhood - because of their active nature, children often don't know their physical
they may push themselves to injury more easily than adults or teenagers.

• Age - the older you grow, the more likely you are to experience an injury.

• Lack of care

• Being overweight - extra weight can put unnecessary stress on your joints knees, and
ankles.
 TREATMENT FOR SPECIFIC SPORTS INJURY

• ANKLE SPRAINS
1. Using elastic bandages (such as an ACE bandage) to wrap your ankle,
but not too tightly.
2. Wearing a brace to support your ankle.
3. Using crutches, if needed.

• Muscle Strains
Use the PRICE method which is protection, rest, ice, compression, and elevation for
the strained muscle.
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• Fractures
1. Do not move the injured part.
2. Stop bleeding if there is any.
3. If you have to move the person, immobilize the broken part by splinting.

• Dislocation
1. Do not move the injured part.
2. Immobilize the dislocated part by the use of slings or by splinting.
3. Go to your doctor or the nearest hospital if after a few days the dislocated part
hasn't yet recovered
 TREATMENT FOR SPECIFIC SPORTS INJURY

• Rotator Cuff Injury

1. Applying hot or cold packs to the affected shoulder to reduce swelling.
2. Exercise to restore strength and range of motion.
3. Injecting the affected area with cortisone, a steroid that helps to reduce
inflammation.
4. Resting the affected arm and wearing a sling to isolate arm motions.
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