Concussions
This organ is affected when someone has a concussion
Brain
A sprain is an injury to this part of the body, typically caused by overstretching or tearing.
Ligament
The upper arm bone that connects the shoulder to the elbow.
Humerus
This vitamin can be produced by the body when exposed to sunlight.
D
What is the difference between sports medicine and kinesiology?
Sports medicine focuses on injury prevention, diagnosis, and treatment for athletes, while kinesiology studies human movement to enhance performance.
An extreme hit to the head can cause your brain to bang against your ______.
Skull
When someone experiences a sprain, fracture, or dislocation, swelling is a common symptom caused by this bodily response to injury.
inflammation
This bone connects your arm to your body and helps stabilize the shoulder.
Clavicle
This vitamin is involved in collagen production, which is vital for healthy skin, cartilage, and tendons.
C
This step focuses on identifying the problem and determining the course of action to address it.
Diagnosis and treatment
One of the most common reasons that people get a concussion is through _____.
Sports injury
The “RICE” method is often used to treat sprains. What does the "C" in RICE stand for?
compression
This bone in the shoulder blade helps support movement and anchors key muscles.
Scapula
This vitamin is essential for blood clotting and bone health.
K
For injuries like fractures, this treatment often involves immobilizing the affected area.
Splinting or casting
One common symptom of a concussion is this kind of headache or sensation of pressure.
Throbbing or pounding headache
For severe sprains, fractures, or dislocations, this type of specialist often oversees treatment.
orthopedic doctor
These bones form the palm of the hand and connect the wrist to the fingers.
Metacarpals
This vitamin is a powerful antioxidant that protects cells from damage and supports skin health.
E
This treatment plan is used for chronic conditions and includes ongoing medications or therapies.
Long term management
These are medical remedies are there to cure a concussion
None! Just rest
When assessing an injury, this key symptom can help you identify a fracture rather than a sprain or dislocation.
visible deformity or inability to bear weight
This is what we call the section of the vertebral column that is at the pelvis
Sacral
This fat-soluble vitamin is stored in the liver and helps regulate calcium and phosphate levels in the body.
D
For severe injuries, this method may involve multiple surgeries and extended rehabilitation over months or years.
Comprehensive trauma care