Injury Management and Common Injuries Review

Vocabulary flashcards covering common sports injuries, acronyms, signs, treatments, and prevention guidelines from the course material.

PAIL

An acronym for common types of cuts: Puncture, Abrasion, Incision, and Laceration.

Puncture

A type of cut specified as being the most easily infected.

SHARP

An acronym representing common injury signs and symptoms: Swelling, Heat, Altered function, Redness, and Pain.

RICE

An acronym for injury treatment protocol: Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation.

Sprains

Ligament injuries graded in three degrees (mild to severe) that most commonly affect the ankles, fingers, and wrists.

Strains

Muscle injuries graded in three degrees (mild to severe) that most commonly affect muscles in the legs and arms.

Tendonitis

Any inflammation of a tendon.

Bursitis

Any inflammation of a bursa sac.

Plantar Fasciitis

An overuse condition at the bottom of the foot causing arch pain and severe pain upon stepping on the foot first thing in the morning.

Cartilage Injury

An injury that typically affects the knees and elbows.

Contusion

A bruise.

Hematoma

Blood under a nail (e.g., a bruised toenail), treated by draining the blood or leaving it alone.

Hyphema

Bleeding in the front of the eye due to an impact to the face, requiring medical attention or surgery if severe.

Blister

A fluid-filled sac caused by friction, treated by leaving it alone, or covering and protecting it if it pops.

Nosebleed

Blood coming out of the nose, treated by placing tissues under (not inside) the nose, leaning forward, and placing ice on the back of the neck.

Nose Fracture

An injury showing a deformed nose and bruising under the eyes, treated with ice to the face and a medical referral.

Athlete's Foot

A contagious fungal infection caused by wet environments that presents like tiny paper cuts between toes; treated with over-the-counter ointments and powders.

Shin Splints

Pain and soreness along the shins that usually goes away after warming up, treated with rest and investigating underlying causes like shoes.

Heat Treatment

A therapeutic application preferred by muscles and nerves.

Cold Treatment

A therapeutic application preferred by ankles, ligaments, and tendons.

Return to Sport Criteria

Conditions required for an athlete to return to play: doctor approval, restored confidence, strength at 75%, full range of motion back, and no pain or swelling.