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Injuries that occur when engaging in sports or exercise. They can occur due to overtraining, lack of conditioning, and improper form or technique.u00a0u00a0<br><br>Failing to warm up increases the risk of sports injuries.u00a0<br>
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Sports injury, its type and how to treat it
What is a sports injury? • Injuries that occur when engaging in sports or exercise. They can occur due to overtraining, lack of conditioning, and improper form or technique. • Failing to warm up increases the risk of sports injuries.
Types of sports injuries • Pulled Muscle • Torn ACL • Torn MCL • Shin Splints • Stress Fracture • Plantar Fasciitis • Sprained Ankle
Types of sports injuries • Tennis Elbow • Low Back Pain • Hip Bursitis • Concussion • Achilles Tendonitis • Runner's Knee
How to treat a sports injury • The RICE method is a common treatment regimen for sports injuries. It stands for: • Rest • Ice • Compression • Elevation
How to treat a severe injury? • If your sports injury looks or feels severe, you should see a doctor. Seek emergency care if the injured joint shows signs of: • severe swelling and pain • visible lumps, bumps, or other deformities • popping or crunching sounds when you use the joint • weakness or inability to put weight on the joint • instability