Soc 10 Injury Prevention And Types Of Injury Flashcards
Soft tissue description
Joint injuries
How can Soft tissue injuries occur
Frequent repetitive exercises can often result in injury to joints
Sprain description
Damaged to the ligament
How can sprains occur
Falling or landing awkwardly
Strain description
Twist, pull or tear of a muscle or tendon
When can a strain occur
Sprinting or other explosive movements
Torn cartilage description
Damaged elastic substance which lines adjoining bones
when can torn cartilage occur
Often due to wear and tear from long-term overuse
Fracture description
Broken or cracked bone
When does a fracture occur
Occurs from a blow, severe twisting or wrenching of a joint
Dislocation description
A dislocation is when a bone at a joint is forced out of its normal position
When does a dislocation occur
Hard blows which causes one of the bones to be displaced
Concussion description
Symptoms include: headaches, loss of coordination, confusion or slurred speech
When can a concussion occur
Normally caused by a blow to the head
Abrasion description
Friction of the skin against a rough surface