An injury that happens while exercising or while playing a sport is called a sports injury. Though it is mostly children that are at risk of such injuries, adults can get them too, and in some cases, they can be severe.
What are the different types of Sports Injuries?
Every injury has different symptoms and complications. However, there are certain common types of sports injuries, such as:
- Sprains
- Strains
- Knee Injuries
- Swollen Muscles
- Rotator Cuff Injury
- Fractures
- Dislocations
In What Way Can I Prevent Sports Injuries?
Though most injuries are accidental, there are many injuries that can happen due to certain practices. The best ways to prevent such injuries are given below:
- Learn proper techniques, postures and stances to move while you do your sport or activity
- Using the right equipment, such as shoes, clothing etc. gives you athletic protection
- Overdoing an exercise can often cause fatigue or other issues. Ease yourself
- If you get hurt, do not try working through the pain, let your body recover
- When recovering, resume your activity slowly
When Do I Need to Call My Doctor?
After an injury if you have any of the following symptoms, get in touch with your doctor as soon as possible:
- Severe pain
- Visible lumps/ deformity
- Weakness or inability to move the hurt area
- Swelling
- Instability
Why Regencare?
At Regencare, our orthopaedics centre receives a large number of patients with sports injuries. Well equipped in handling primary as well as complex sports injuries, including knee and hip replacement surgeries, we have developed enhanced and comfortable recovery pathways for our patients. The hospital and staff are proficient in handling knee, ankle and shoulder related injuries that include ACL, PCL, cartilage, meniscal, rotator cuff injuries.
Blog Reviewed By: Dr Vineeth MB
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