Sports Injury and Recovery Concepts

Front

A type of injury that occurs suddenly.

Back

Acute Injury

Front

An injury to a muscle or tendon.

Back

Strain

Front

Injury caused by repetitive trauma.

Back

Overuse Injury

Front

Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation.

Back

R.I.C.E

Front

Inflammation of a tendon.

Back

Tendonitis

Front

A flexible connective tissue.

Back

Cartilage

Front

Activities to prepare the body for exercise.

Back

Warm-up

Front

Activities to gradually reduce heart rate.

Back

Cool Down

Front

Strategies to avoid injuries.

Back

Injury prevention

Front

A fibrous connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone.

Back

Tendon