top 5 most common sport injuries
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Top 5 Most Common Sport Injuries. 1. Sprain- stretched or torn ligament. Falling, twisting, or getting hit can all cause a sprain. Ankle and wrist sprains are common. 2. Strain- a stretched or torn muscle or tendon. Twisting or pulling these tissues can cause a strain. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Top 5 Most Common Sport Injuries 1. Sprain- stretched or torn ligament. Falling, twisting,
or getting hit can all cause a sprain. Ankle and wrist sprains are common.
2. Strain- a stretched or torn muscle or tendon. Twisting or pulling these tissues can cause a strain.
3. ACL tear- coming to a quick stop, combined with a direction change while running, pivoting, landing from a jump, or overextending the knee joint
4. Fraction- broken bone caused my a big impact or force to a certain bone
5. Dislocations- joint injuries that force the ends of your bones out of position. Cause is often a fall or a blow
Most Brutal Sport Injuries
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Most Common Braces Used
1. Ankle Brace2. Knee Brace3. Mouth Guard