sports med tissue injury
Puncture Definition
(n.) a small hole made by a sharp object; (v.) to make such a hole, pierce
Contusion definition
(n.) bruise, injury (The contusions on his face suggested he'd been in a fight.)
Avulsion Treatment
-bulky pressure dressing -do not freeze avulsed part -use sterile saline to keep avulsed part moist
abrasion treatment
1. Clean thoroughly 2. Apply antibiotic Oint 3. Air dry & heal
Contusion treatment
Acute - RICE (rest, ice, compress, elevate) for first 24 hours in minor, 48 hours in major. Heat and ultrasound used. Ultrasound promotes muscle adhesion (myogenesis). make sure passive range of motion is performed after therapy.
Avulsion Definition
An injury in which soft tissue is torn completely loose or is hanging as a flap.
Laceration treatment
Cleanse Debridement Hemostasis Closure
Tennis elbow treatment
Icing the elbow to reduce pain and swelling. Using an elbow strap to protect the injured tendon from further strain. Taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, naproxen, or aspirin, to help with pain and swelling.
Shin splint treatment
Keep your legs elevated. Use ice packs to reduce swelling. Shop for cold compresses. Take an over-the-counter anti-inflammatory, such as ibuprofen (Advil) or naproxen sodium (Aleve). Shop for ibuprofen and naproxen sodium. Wear elastic compression bandages. Use a foam roller to massage your shins
Strain definition
Over stretching of a muscle
tendonitis treatment
RICE (Rest Ice Compression Elevation) ATC NSAIDS (Ex: Ibuprofen, Naproxen)
Sprain treatment
RICE (rest, ice, compression, elevation)
Strain treatment
RICE (rest, ice, compression, elevation)
Bursitis treatment
Rest joint, apply ice 20 minutes, then to heat , elevate joint, ultrasound, massage, non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs, or physical therapy.
MRSA treatment
Vancomycin, daptomycin, linezolid, tigecycline, ceftaroline
Tetanus definition
a bacterial disease marked by rigidity and spasms of the voluntary muscles.
Blisters definition
a small bubble on the skin filled with serum and caused by friction, burning, or other damage.
Stings definition
a small sharp-pointed organ at the end of the abdomen of bees, wasps, ants, and scorpions, capable of inflicting a painful or dangerous wound by injecting poison.
Incision Definition
a smooth cut
Shin splints definition
acute pain in the shin and lower leg caused by prolonged running, typically on hard surfaces.
Abrasion Definition
an area damaged by scraping or wearing away
Tetanus treatment
antitoxin, maintain respiration and nutrition
blister treatment
clean surrounding area
incision treatment
clean, disinfect, bandage
Bursitis definition
inflammation of a bursa usually caused by a blow or friction
Tendonitis definition
inflammation of tendon sheaths typically caused by overuse
tennis elbow definition
inflammation of the tendon that connects the arm muscles to the elbow
Laceration Definition
jagged wound
MRSA definition
methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus
Sting Treatment
remove stinger, make sure sting recipient is not allergie, clean and proceed to ice
Puncture Treatment
seek medical attention to avoid tetanus
Sprains definition
stretched or torn ligament