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How to Manage Sport Injury?
Sports Injury Management
Being active and sporty has many health
benefits, however with sportiness comes the risk of injury. There are many ways to help
prevent the risk of injury, but accidents do
happen. That’s why it’s a great idea to be aware of how you can help yourself
There are three key components to effective injury management:
Injury prevention
Injury identification and treatment
Injury rehabilitation
Sports Injury Identification and Treatment – What Can You Do?
Sports injuries are often soft tissue injuries to muscles, tendons, ligaments or joints. The first step
for treating any kind of injury should be to contact a qualified physician who can provide an accu-
rate diagnosis. Two of the most common soft tissue injuries include:
1. Sprained ankles
A sprained ankle occurs from a sudden twist or turning motion that forces the ankle muscles and
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