Injuries

Fracture Sprain Dislocation Concussion Torn cartilage Torn ligament

When force in the bone is greater then the bone itself. Term for broken bone.

Pain Swelling Mis-shapen limb Bruising

Treated by doctors who will make sure bone is properly aligned and imobilised until healed

Mild head/brain injury. Caused by a blow to the head or by whiplash skating the brain inside the skull.

Dizziness Memory loss Unconsciousness Confusion

Seek medical advice and monitor closely to make sure the symptoms don’t get worse

Where one of the bones at a joint comes out of place.

Pain Swelling Miss shapen limb

Seek medical advice because of possible damage to surrounding nerves

A soft tissue injury where some of the fibers of the ligament are torn

Pain Bruising Mis shapen joint

RICE

Cartilage acts as a cushion at the ends of bones. Small tears appear in the cartilage- torn cartilage.

Pain Swelling Stiffness at the joint

Rest and strengthening exercise

Tennis elbow - joint injury where tendons are inflamed and pain is felt outside of the elbow. Golfers elbow - found on the inside of elbow. Cause by poor technique and overuse

Pain Inflammation

Overuse injuries can cause injuries or muscular skeletal system. Increased importance for rest and recovery in training schedule

Soft tissue injury and is a stretch or tear in the muscle. Pulled muscle Symptoms - pain, swelling bruising Treatment - RICE

Minor injuries to skin - grazes and cuts Symptoms - pain and swelling

Must be cleaned and covered with sterile dressing, pressure applied if bleeding