Preventing Musculoskeletal Injuries

An acute injury is

• An existing injury
• A re-occurring injury.
• An injury that occurs suddenly without warning
• An injury that occurs after a long period of time

This is an example of

• Chronic Injury
• Indirect Injury
• Direct Injury
• Overuse Injury

This is an example of

• Chronic Injury
• Indirect Injury
• Direct Injury
• Overuse Injury

This is an example of

• Chronic Injury
• Indirect Injury
• Direct Injury
• Overuse Injury

Which of the following is not an example of strategy to prevent musculoskeletal injuries?

• Warm Up
• Strength Training
• Drinking Water (Hydration)
• Pre-Activity Screening

It is recommended to stretch before exercise to prevent injury.

• True
• False

Structuring a training program to avoid undue stress is placed on the body is called.

• Periodisation
• Recovery
• Overload
• Strength Training

Which of the following in not a common musculoskeletal condition?

• Osteoporosis
• Type II Diabetes
• Osteoarthritis
• Back Pain

The following is not an example of a long term 'cost' of sports injuries.

• Time and productivity lost in the workforce
• Healthcare costs
• Physical, psychological or emotional damage
• Reduced cost to governement

When a ligament is damaged it is known as a.....

• Strain
• Sprain
• Tear
• Break