P.E

musculoskeletal injuries are also known as musculoskeletal disorders- are injuries and disorders that affects the human body movement.

sprain- a stretching or tearing of ligaments

strain- trauma to the muscle or tendon

fracture- a break in continuity of a bone

tendonitis- inflammation in tendon

Techniques to reduce the risk of injury:

  1. Self myofacial release
  2. dynamic warm up
  3. Improving movement mechanics through mobility and stability training
  4. proper conditioning

Exercise program sequence:

  1. warm up
  2. stretching and flexibility
  3. strength and endurance exercise
  4. cool down

Management of injuries

1.deformity

2. open wounds

3. tenderness or pain

4.swelling

Rest. Ice, Compression, Elevation