Sport Science - Injury Definitions

• Sport Injury


  The "Oops!" moment, like when you trip over your shoelaces. It's a one-time event during sports that leads to a medically recognized injury, diagnosed by a professional
• Sport Disease


  The "Overworked Blues." It's what happens when you push yourself too hard without proper rest. It's not a one-time event but a result of repeated strain, leading to a recognized disease or syndrome
• Sport Trauma


  The immediate "ouch" during a game or practice, like when you take a hard hit on the field. It's a sudden sensation of pain or discomfort associated with physical energy during sports
• Sport Illness


  The "Gradual Grumble." It's when your body protests over time due to repeated strain without adequate recovery. It's like a slow build-up of discomfort, signaling that something's not right
• Sport Incapacity


  The "Unexpected Timeout." It's when you're sidelined because of a sudden reduction in your ability to perform due to a single exposure to physical energy during sports
• Sport Sickness


  The "Recurring Timeout." It's when you're benched because your body can't keep up with the demands of sports due to repeated strain without enough recovery periods