sports med tissue injury

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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


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