Injury

• What is a sprain?


  A sprain is an injury caused by a sudden twist, impact, or fall that forces a joint beyond its extreme range of motion.
• Where are sprains most commonly found?

  Sprains are common at the ankle joint of games players.
• What are the signs of a sprain?


  Signs of a sprain include swelling and bruising.
• What are the symptoms of a sprain?


  Symptoms of a sprain include inability to bear weight and pain.
• What causes strains?


  Strains result from overstretching a muscle.
• In what type of movements are strains common?


  Strains are common in dynamic lunging movements.
• What can a very serious sprain or strain result in?


  A very serious sprain or strain can result in a rupture.
• What are the signs of a strain?


  Signs of a strain include swelling/discoloration and bruising.
• What are the symptoms of a strain?


  Symptoms of a strain include pain on movement.
• What causes abrasions?

  Abrasions are caused by falling or slipping, or by clothing rubbing on the body.
• What should be done if an abrasion causes an open wound?


  If an abrasion causes an open wound, it will need to be cleaned; severe abrasions may need stitching.
• What are blood rules in sports regarding abrasions?


  Players have to leave the game until the bleeding stops or is covered.
• What causes blisters?


  Blisters occur due to friction on the skin.
• Are blisters always debilitating for participation in sports?

  Blisters can be painful but may not stop participation.
• How can blisters be prevented?

  Blisters are preventable with the correct footwear, equipment, and training load.
• What is concussion?


  Concussion occurs after a trauma to the head, resulting in headaches, dizziness, balance problems, nausea, and sometimes a loss of consciousness.
• What can a blow to the head cause?


  A blow to the head can cause swelling and possibly a disruption in the electrical processes of the brain.
• What are the signs of concussion?


  Signs of concussion include possible post-traumatic seizure, loss of consciousness, balance problems, and disorientation/confusion.
• What are the symptoms of concussion?


  Symptoms of concussion include lying motionless/slow to get up, headache/dizziness, visual problems/light sensitivity, and nausea/vomiting.
• What is a sprain defined as?


  A sprain is an overstretch or tear in the ligament that connects bone to bone.
• What is a strain defined as?


  A strain is an overstretch or tear in the muscle or tendon that connects muscle to bone.
• What is a rupture?


  A rupture is a complete tear of muscle, tendon, or ligament.
• What is an abrasion?


  An abrasion is superficial damage to the skin caused by scraping against a surface.
• What is a blister?


  A blister is the separation of layers of skin where a pocket of fluid forms, caused by friction.
• What is concussion defined as?

  Concussion is a traumatic brain injury resulting in a disturbance of brain function.
• What are chronic injuries?


  Chronic injuries develop by repeated continued stress on the body over a period of time.
• What is a common example of a chronic injury?


  Pain in a runner's knees or heels is a common example of a chronic injury.
• What is a stress fracture?


  A stress fracture is a tiny crack in the surface of a bone caused by overuse.
• In which sports are stress fractures common?


  Stress fractures are common in distance running events, tennis, gymnastics, and basketball.
• What can cause stress fractures?


  Overtraining can cause stress fractures.
• What happens to pain from stress fractures with rest?


  Pain from stress fractures will usually stop with rest.
• What are shin splints?


  Shin splints are caused by excessive use, leading to inflammation of the tendons connecting the muscles to the tibia.
• What is another name for shin splints?


  Shin splints are also known as medial tibia stress syndrome (MTSS).
• Who is commonly affected by shin splints?


  Shin splints are common in distance runners, dancers, and football players.
• What can cause shin splints?


  Being overweight, wearing inadequate footwear, or poor leg biomechanics can cause shin splints.
• What is tendinosis?


  Tendinosis is the deterioration of a tendon in response to chronic overuse and repetitive strain.
• What can repetitive strain cause in tendons?


  Repetitive strain causes small injuries that are not given time to heal, resulting in a chronic injury.
• What are common examples of tendinosis?


  Common examples of tendinosis include tennis elbow and Achilles tendinosis.
• What are the signs of tendinosis?


  Signs of tendinosis include limited movement and stiffness.
• What are the symptoms of tendinosis?


  Symptoms of tendinosis include burning, stinging, and aching.