PQ 6.3 MUSCLE AND TENDON INJURIES

What are the most common injuries sustained to the body during sport and physical activity?

• Fractures and dislocations

• Muscle strains and tears

• Concussions and head injuries

• Sprains and ligament injuries

What causes muscle strains and tears?

• Excessive twisting or pulling on a muscle or tendon

• Direct impact to the muscle

• Inadequate warm-up exercises

• Improper nutrition

What is the difference between acute and chronic strains?

• Acute strains are caused by direct impact, while chronic strains are caused by excessive twisting or pulling

• Acute strains require surgery, while chronic strains can be treated with physiotherapy

• Acute strains occur in contact sports, while chronic strains occur in weightlifting

• Acute strains are sudden injuries, while chronic strains are the result of prolonged overuse

Which category of muscle strains and tears is the most severe?

• First-degree injuries

• Second-degree injuries

• Third-degree injuries

• All categories are equally severe

What is delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) believed to be a result of?

• Microscopic tearing deep within the muscle fibres

• Inflammation of the tendons

• Fractures in the bones

• Nerve damage

When is delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) most frequently felt?

• During exercise

• Immediately after exercise

• Several days after exercise

• Several weeks after exercise

Which type of movement is most likely to cause delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS)?

• Running uphill

• Running on a flat surface

• Walking

• Swimming

How long does delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) usually last?

• Several minutes

• Several hours

• Several weeks

• Several months

What can minimize the pain of delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS)?

• Icing the area and gently stretching

• Taking pain medication

• Continuing to exercise at the same intensity

• Avoiding any movement

What is tendonitis typically caused by?

• Direct impact to the tendon

• Inadequate warm-up exercises

• Overuse and repetitive movement

• Improper nutrition