12 Activity-related soft tissue Injuries

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The cause of soft tissue injuries depends on the affected structures.

  • Sprains occur when a joint is forced into an abnormal position, overstretching or twisting ligaments, ranging from minor damage to complete rupture

  • Strains involve partial or complete tearing of muscle fibers, usually due to overexertion when the muscle is stretched beyond its limits

Activity-related soft tissue injuries cause 2 definition of each

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  1. When did it happen?

  2. Presenting symptoms

  3. Nature of injury

  4. Range of motion

  5. Nature of pain

  6. Age of patient

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  1. Acute injuries which show immediate swelling and severe pain

  2. Marked decrease or excessive range of movement in any joint

  3. Patients unable to bear weight on an injured ankle/foot

  4. children under 12 and the elderly

Red flags/Referral symptoms to ask 4: Activity-related soft tissue injuries

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  1. Topical or systemic

  2. Ibuprofen or paracetamol

  3. Implement RICE where possible ( Rest, Ice,Compress and elevate)

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