Types and causes of sports injuries 3a

What is the main cause of an acute injury?

• Continuous stress on an area

• Sudden trauma to the body

• Gradual development over time

• Lack of exercise

Which of the following is NOT typically included in acute injuries?

• Soft tissue injuries

• Fractures

• Tendonitis

• Concussion

Which of the following is included in chronic injuries?

• Fractures

• Concussion

• Tendonitis

• Blisters

What is a common result of an acute injury?

• Gradual pain

• Immediate pain and swelling

• Continuous stress

• No loss of function

Which of the following is NOT a treatment for an open fracture?

• Metal rods

• Surgery

• Emergency medical help

• Rest

What is a common symptom of both open and closed fractures?

• Bone sticking through the skin

• Pain at site

• Deformity

• Swelling

What is a common treatment for blisters?

• Cleaning and sterilizing the area

• Plasters to cushion the blister

• Tripping on hard ground

• Wearing ill-fitting footwear

What is a common cause of bruises in sports?

• Sharp objects

• Colliding with a player or piece of equipment

• Blood

• Applying pressure

Which of the following is a symptom of cuts or lacerations?

• Rest

• Blood

• Ice

• Elevate

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of Lateral Epicondylitis?

• Pain

• Difficulty straightening your arm

• Swelling

• Inflammation