Observing protocol to avoid dehydration, overexertion, hypo- and hyperthermia

May occur when a person engage in Moderate to Vigorous Physical Activity (MVPA).

Injuries

Damage to the body caused by physical force.

Injuries

Causes of Injuries

Not in proper condition

No proper warm-up and stretching before playing or exercising

Wearing improper sporting gear

What are the common injuries in sports?

Sprains

Strains

Concussion

Contusion

Dislocation

Fracture

An injury that is a tear of ligament fibers.

Sprain

An injury that is not that serious compare to sprain. It is when a muscle is stretched too much and tears.

Strain

An injury that is bleeding into the soft tissue.

Contusion or Bruise

An injury that is caused by a direct blow to the head.

Concussion

An injury that is forced out of its socket.

Dislocation

An injury that is a break, crack, or shattering of a bone.

Fracture

A type of fracture in when the broken bones does not pierce the skin.

Close Fracture

A type of fracture in when the broken bones break the skin’s surface.

Open Fracture

Kinds of Injury

Acute Injury

Chronic Injury

A kind of injury that happens after you play a sport and exercise for a long time.

Chronic Injuries

A kind of injury that occurs suddenly when playing or exercising.

Acute Injuries

Signs of a Chronic Injuries

Pain when you play

Pain when you exercise

A dull ache when you rest

Swelling

Prevention of Sports Injuries

Proper Sports Attire

Stretching and Warm-up

Identify what kind of sports you are playing

A method to treat sport injuries that does not include bleeding. It is a treatment method that can help reduce swelling, relieve pain, and promote flexibility and healing.

RICE method

RICE method definition

Rest

Ice

Compression

Elevation

DRSABCD definition

Danger, Response, Send, Airway, Breathing, CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation), Defibrillator

This happens when our body lacks water.

Dehydration

Too much pressure one puts in themselves.

Overexertion

When the body easily loses temperature.

Hypothermia

The body’s temperature rises up significantly beyond 37 degrees Celsius.

Hyperthermia

It improves the ability of muscles to contract and perform, reducing the risk for injury.

Stretching Exercises