Chapter 6: Overuse Injury

What are acute injuries usually the result of?

• A single traumatic event

• Repetitive micro-trauma

• Training errors

• Improper technique

Which of the following is an example of an acute injury?

• Swimmer's shoulder

• Achilles tendinitis

• Tennis elbow

• Wrist fracture

What is a common symptom of overuse injuries?

• Decreasing periods of pain

• Visible swelling

• Direct injury history

• Sudden onset of pain

How can overuse injuries be prevented?

• Proper training

• Increasing training program by 10% per week

• Reducing recovery time

• Ignoring body signals

What is a recommended treatment for overuse injuries?

• Avoiding ice after activity

• Increasing intensity of offending activity

• Taking over the counter anti-inflammatory medications

• Skipping warm-up before activity

What is a common cause of overuse injuries?

• Proper technique

• Training errors

• Soft surface terrain

• Using correct equipment

What is a sign of an overuse injury?

• Decreasing periods of pain

• Sudden onset of pain

• Visible swelling

• Direct injury history

What should you do if you suspect an overuse injury?

• Continue with the same activity

• Modify workout schedule and cross train

• Ignore the pain

• Avoid warm-up before activity

What is a common overuse injury?

• Hamstring muscle strain

• Tennis elbow

• Shoulder dislocation

• Ankle sprain

What is a key factor in preventing overuse injuries?

• Ignoring body signals

• Increasing training program rapidly

• Proper training

• Reducing recovery time