SAFETY PRACTICES AND SPORTS INJURY MANAGEMENT

SAFETY PRACTICES AND SPORTS INJURY MANAGEMENT JEAN ANTONETTE CAMINADE PE 11 M4A Q4 WHAT I CAN DO G11- LEIBNIZ

Common Sports Injuries These occur during athletic activities or physical exertion. The following are the most commonly occuring sports injuries 1. Strain An overstretched, 2. Sprain 3. Fracture torn or twisted tendon muscle. A stretching or tearing of Commonly strained ligaments. The areas include the most common legs, knees, feet, location of and back. sprain is in you ankle. A break usually in a bone. If the 4. Dislocation A joint injury that broken bone forces the ends of your bones out of punctures the skin, position. You can it is called an open dislocate your ankle, knees, shoulders, hips, or compound elbows, jaw, fingers, fracture. and toes. 5. Concussion A traumatic brain injury that affects brain function. Concussions are usually caused by a blow to the head.

Sports Injury Prevention According to Elizabeth Quinn (2019), \"whether you play sports for competition or fitness, you don't want to be sidelined with an injury. Time away from the game or forced inactivity is something we all want to avoid. While it is impossible to prevent every injury, the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons says research suggests that injury rates could be reduced by 25% if athletes took appropriate preventative action\". Quinn suggested using these general rules for injury prevention no matter what sport you play. 1 Be in Proper Physical Condition to Play a Sport 2 Know and Abide by the Rules of the Sport 3 Wear Appropriate and Protective Gear and Equipment 4 Rest 5 Always Warm-up Before Playing 6 Avoid Playing When Very Tired or in Pain

SPORTS INJURY MANAGEMENT Sports Injury Management is the management of a specific injury to allow an individual to return or continue their chosen sport without damaging or compromising their body. Managing a sports injury correctly is important and can help to minimize damage to a muscle, tendon, ligament, and joint, hence, increasing the chance of a full recovery. First Aid Techniques to Injuries (RICER) 1 REST Remove the athlete from the field and rest/immobilize the injured area to avoid further tissue damage and reduce any blood loss. Apply ice on the injured area for 15-20 minutes to 2 ICE decrease swelling and pain. However, any loss of sensation and any changes in tissue coloration in areas other than the area that is being iced indicate that the application is no longer safe. Wrap the injured area with a compression sleeve. Start wrapping farthest away from the injured area to the heart and make sure to cover COMP half of the previously wrapped area. Must be firm 3 RESSION yet comfortable. Any tingling or pain means it's too tight.

4 ELEVA Keep the injured area/limb elevated to TION allow excess fluid to be pumped back into the blood vessel system and prevent further swelling. 5 REFER Refer the injured athlete to a medical professional or physiotherapist for proper diagnosis and treatment.

In the first few days of an injury, remember to avoid HARM Heat Avoid applying hot packs to the injured area or going to spas or saunas since it's increases blood flow to the injured area, resulting in swelling. Alcohol Avoid consuming alcohol beverages as it can inhabit your ability to feel if your injury is becoming more aggravated. It also increases blood flow and swelling and may be toxic to the injured area. running or other excessive exercise Avoid any activities that aggravate the injury and cause further damage. MASSAGE Avoid rubbing, massaging, or mobilizing the injured area as it worsens the blood flow and swelling.

Play safely Treat it properly