Classification and management of injuries
What is an example of a soft tissue injury?
Cuts, Sprains, Strains & Bruises
Name one common problem for female athletes
Eating disorders, iron deficiency, bone density, pregnancy
Name one benefit of pre screening
- highlight any factors that may lead to injury
- reveal risk factors
- ensure they are fit and injury free for competition
- assess current injuries
- design injury prevention plan
- review previous experience in the sport
- discuss goals
How long after using the RICER regime should you begin to apply heat?
72 hours
What is the initial management of a soft tissue injury in most cases?
RICER
Who is more susceptible to climate-related illnesses because they have poorer ability to adapt to a rise in body temperature during exercise?
a) Older Athletes
b) Athletes in their 20's
c) Younger athletes
c) Younger athletes
Name an example of a dynamic stretch
leg swings, walking lunges etc.
What does every letter in TOTAPS stand for?
talk
observe
touch
active movement
passive movement
skills test
In most cases, what is the initial management for a hard tissue injury?
Assessment for medical attention & immobilisation
What type of sports should pregnant women NOT play after the first trimester?
Contact/collision sports
What are the three reasons you may chose to use taping?
1. Injury prevention2. Isolate an injury (immobilise and support a bone or joint injury)
3. For treatment of an injury (control bleeding and swelling from trauma)
Name two indicators that should be met for an athlete with a grade 2 torn ankle ligament to return to play
- Pain free and full range of motion
- 90-95% of strength
- Minimal pain or swelling
- Be able to perform the same skills prior to injury
- Mental confidence and ability to do exercise
Explain the difference between a sprain and a strain
A sprain injures the bands of tissue that connect two bones together, while a strain involves an injury to a muscle or to the band of tissue that attaches a muscle to a bone
What does the term Hypergylcemia mean?
High blood glucose
How many minutes per day for 7-10 days prior to the event should an athlete spend trying to acclimatise their body when preparing to exercise under hot or cold conditions
60 minutes
What does the term SCAT stand for?
Sport concussion assessment tool
What is phase 3 of the tissue healing process for inflammatory response?
Phase III: Maturing or remodelling phase (usually begins around week 3)
How many puffs should you help someone suffering from an asthma attack to administer?
4
Name the 6 SKILL related components of fitness
Speed, Agility, Balance, Coordination, Reaction time, Power
What is the term used to describe gradually restoring full range of movement to the injured area through active and passive movement that should be slow and remain relatively pain free and be commenced as soon as possible to prevent the formation of scar tissue.
Progressive mobilisation