Name that injury
This injury occurs when bone ends are forced out of their normal position
Dislocation
Doing "too much, too soon" is an example of this type of cause
Physiological cause
This test checks the range of motion and flexibility of the shoulder
Apley scratch test
This resource is where supervised strength and recovery exercises are typically performed
Rehab gym
Systematic observation and introspective judgement of the quality of human movement
Qualitative analysis
An injury to the muscle resulting in complete loss of function and discoloration
Grade 3 Muscle tear/sprain
Poor footwear or damaged gear falls under this injury risk category
Equipment related risk
This test is used to diagnose ACL injuries by checking anterior movement of the tibia
Anterior drawer test
Biomechanics helps prevent injuries by teaching this
This camera accessory helps stabilize the image during movement analysis filming
Tripod
A common overuse injury causing pain along the front of the lower leg
Shin splints
This psychological factor may lead to hesitation and potential injury during competition
Low self-confidence
A test done while supine to check for lumbar disc herniation between 30–70° hip flexion
Straight leg raise test
How does biomechanics minimise sports injuries?
Identify potential injury risks and take steps to minimise them
What 2 items are decided on when forming a mechanical model
Critical variable, range of acceptability
This injury is characterized by inflammation of the tendons and causes joint stiffness and swelling
Tendonitis
Impairment of abilities due to drugs and alcohol are examples of which risk factor?
People-related risk
In the Drop Arm Test, inability to control the arm while lowering suggests a tear in which muscle?
Supraspinatus
This process checks for pain on touch to locate injured structures
Palpation for tenderness
Study of strategies or tactics used in team, dual or individual sports
Notational analysis
A bone injury where the bone punctures the skin
Compound fracture
Describe 2 environmental causes that can lead to injury
Weather, temperature
What does the acronym A.M.P.L.E stand for
Allergies, medications, past illnesses, last oral intake, events/environment
How does knowledge of anatomy and physiology help prevent injuries? Provide 2 answers
Plan proper warm up and cool down. Injury prevention exercises. Proper nutrition and hydration. Rest and recovery.
4 steps in Knudson & Morrison's Integrated Model of Qualitative analysis
Preparation, Observation, Evaluation/Diagnosis, Intervention