How to treat sporting injuries

When is SALTAPS used?

• To treat acute soft tissue damage

• To treat chronic soft tissue damage

• Assessing if a performer can continue to play or train

• Following an emergency so that everyone knows how to contact the relevant medical professionals

Which of the following are not part of SALTAPS?

• See

• Action

• Plan

• Touch

• Passive

True or False: SALTAPS can only be carried out by a family member or close friend.

• True

• False

How does stretching and massaging treat pain?

• Increases blood flow and therefore flexibility

• Prevents or delays infections

• Strengthens muscles

• Limits pain and DOMS

Which of the following treatments reduces stress around the injured area?

• Ice therapy

• Slings

• Heat therapy

• Splints

When is ice therapy most effective?

• 24 - 72 hours after injury

• 72 hours after injury

• For up to 5 days after injury

• When used after heat therapy

Would it be beneficial to use bandages and heat treatment together?

• Yes because both are forms of injury treatment

• No because one decreases blood flow and the other increases blood flow

• Yes because the bandage will protect the skin from getting too hot

• No because it can overwhelm people who are injured

Which injuries are best treated using ice therapy?

• Tight joints

• Migraines

• Tension headaches

• Sprained ankle

What is the most effective form of support for a fractured wrist?

• Splint

• Bandage

• Sling

• Strapping

How are music-skeletal injuries best treated?

• Ice therapy

• Heat therapy

• RICE

• Splint