Dive into our comprehensive carousel PDF to explore the multifaceted world of sports participation. Uncover the numerous physical and social benefits that sports offer, while also delving into the potential risks and challenges, including the specific focus on ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) injuries. Gain valuable insights into injury prevention, rehabilitation, and the vital role of ACL repair in maintaining a balanced approach to sports activities.
Balancing the Benefits and Risks: Exploring Sports-Related Injuries and ACL Repair
1. Although Sports
Participation Provides
Numerous Physical &
Social Benefits,
It Also Has A Downside:
Risk Of Sports Related
Injuries.
PLAY
SAFE
FOOTBALL BASEBALL &
SOFTBALL
BASKETBALL TRACK & FIELD
GYMNASTICS
SOCCER
2. COMMON INJURIES & ISSUES PROTECTIVE GEAR INSIDE TIP
BASKETBALL
1. Common Injuries: Bruises, Cuts,
Sprains, Fractures, Teeth/ankle/
Knee Injuries.
2. Girls have higher injury rates,
especially for ACL
1. Eye protection: Wear goggles
or safety glasses for protection.
2. Safety gear: Use elbow & knee
pads, mouth guards, & proper
shoes for injury prevention.
1. Strength + Aerobics =
Injury prevention.
2. Exercise = Injury avoidance.
3. TRACK & FIELD
COMMON INJURIES & ISSUES PROTECTIVE GEAR INSIDE TIP
Strains and Sprains Scrapes
from fall.
Proper Shoes Males:
Athletic supporters sunscreen
1. Inspect running shoes regularly.
2. Replace worn or angled shoes.
4. COMMON INJURIES & ISSUES PROTECTIVE GEAR INSIDE TIP
1. Minor Injuries:
Bruises, Cuts, and Scrapes.
2. Common Discomforts:
Headaches and Sunburn.
1. Shin Guards and Cleats:
Wear for protection during sports.
2. Males:
Use athletic supporters &
sunscreen for safety.
SOCCER
1. Foot protection:
Wear proper shoes.
2. Groin support:
Use athletic supporters.
3. Sunscreen:
Protect from UV rays.
5. COMMON INJURIES & ISSUES PROTECTIVE GEAR INSIDE TIP
Soft Tissue Strains
Safety Gear:
Use Harness, Athletic supporters,
and Joint supports
(e.g., neoprene wraps) for
injury prevention.
GYMNASTICS
RICE:
Treat minor injuries with Rest,
Ice, Compression, Elevation.
6. COMMON INJURIES & ISSUES PROTECTIVE GEAR INSIDE TIP
Exercise prevents injuries:
Strengthen, Protect, and
Enhance safety.
1. Gear up: Mouth/shin guards,
shoulder/chest pads, forearm/
elbow/thigh pads, athletic
supporters, shoes, sunscreen.
2. Injury prevention: Wear guards,
pads, supporters, shoes,
sunscreen.
FOOTBALL
1. Common injury sites:
Knees and Ankles.
2. Prone to injuries:
Knees, Ankles.
7. COMMON INJURIES & ISSUES PROTECTIVE GEAR INSIDE TIP
1. Risks: Strains, Sunburn, Impact
fractures.
2. Common injuries: Strains, Sun
burn, Fractures from Impacts.
1. Protective Gear: Helmet,
guards, Supporters (males),
Mouth guard, Sunscreen,
Cleats, Hat.
BASEBALL & SOFTBALL
Breakaway bases:
Safer than stationary bases.
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