Dr. Sameer Shelavale | Orthopedic Surgeon in Shahapur

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Sports Injury

A sports injury refers to any injury that occurs during exercise, sports, or physical activity, affecting muscles, bones, joints, ligaments, or tendons.

Common Causes:

Overuse or repetitive stress
Sudden impact or fall
Improper technique or equipment
Inadequate warm-up or stretching
Fatigue or poor conditioning

Sports Injuries

Types of Sports Injuries

Sprain : Stretch or tear of a ligament (e.g., ankle sprain)
Strain : Stretch or tear of muscle or tendon (e.g., hamstring strain)
Contusion : Bruise caused by direct blow
Tendonitis : Inflammation of a tendon due to overuse

Fractures (broken bones)
Dislocations (bone out of its normal position)
Stress fractures (tiny cracks from repetitive force)

Concussion (head injury)
Shin splints (pain along the shin bone from overuse)

Pain and tenderness
Swelling and bruising
Limited movement or weakness
Deformity (in fractures or dislocations)

R – Rest
I – Ice (to reduce swelling)
C –Compression (elastic bandage)
E –Elevation (raise the injured part)

Proper warm-up and stretching
Use correct technique and protective gear
Stay hydrated
Strengthen and condition muscles
Avoid overtraining