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R.I.C.E. Treatment
It is important to treat any injury as soon as possible to help control swelling and increase recovery time. The ...
Source: National Association for Sport and Physical Education
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First Aid Kit Contents
Below is a list of first aid items you should have in a basic medical first aid kit. The first aid kit should be ...
Source: National Association for Sport and Physical Education
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Sprains and Strains During Physical Activity
Sprain (Injury to ligaments). Ligaments connect bone to bone and often help to stabilize a joint, such as a ...
Source: National Association for Sport and Physical Education
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Fluid Replacement and Prevention of Heat Illness
The National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) recommends the following practices regarding fluid replacement ...
Source: National Association for Sport and Physical Education
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Contusions (Bruises) and Athletic Activity
Indicators: A bruise or contusion is due to a direct blow (i.e., helmet or elbow to the thigh) to the body ...
Source: National Association for Sport and Physical Education
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Concussions and Athletic Activity
Concussions occur after an athlete has suffered a blow to the head resulting in a wide-range of signs and symptoms. ...
Source: National Association for Sport and Physical Education
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Eye Injuries and Athletic Activity
Black Eye (Orbital Hematoma) A black eye occurs when the eye suffers a blow, resulting in discoloration and swelling ...
Source: National Association for Sport and Physical Education
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Overuse Shoulder Injuries
Shoulder Impingement: There are various structures within the shoulder joint complex that may become impinged or ...
Source: National Association for Sport and Physical Education
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Osgood-Schlatter Disease and Athletic Activity
This syndrome is one of the more common conditions of the immature adolescent’s knee. It has been described as an ...
Source: National Association for Sport and Physical Education
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Overuse Injuries in Youth Sports
Everything you need to know about the growing problem of overuse injuries in children.
Source: Education.com
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Study Finds Youth Sports can be Fatal
Many parents encourage their kids to work hard and play hard. But a new study shows that the equipment they wear when ...
Source: Education.com
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Sports and Recreation Safety
Key FactsThe American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that every child should have an opportunity to participate in ...
Source: Safe Kids Kansas
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Nose Injuries and Athletic Activity
Whenever the facial area receives a direct blow, nosebleeds can occur. Nosebleeds can also occur from medications,...
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Finger/Thumb Dislocation
Hand & Wrist Indicators: A joint (connection of two bones) of a finger or the thumb is ...
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Ankle Sprain and Athletic Activity
The ankle joint is one of the most injured joints in the body. An ankle sprain typically occurs due to the “rolling”...
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Ligament Injuries and Athletic Activity
There are four main ligaments that stabilize the knee joint. Two ligaments stabilize the knee from side-to-side...
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Shin Splints and Athletic Activity
Shin splints is a generic terms used for several symptoms of lower leg pain. Indicators: Generally, “shin splints”...
