Sports Injuries
 
 Injury Assessment
Stop top the play/activity or athlete to reduce the risk of further injury
Talk ask what happened, how did it happen, where does it hurt, are you hurt anywhere else? Talk a
Observe bserve compare injured site with uninjured site for swelling, distortion or discolouration Observe bserve
Prevent further injury, if any injury signs or symptoms are present, the athlete will NOT return to play Prevent
Remember - No Harm

NO H eat- hot baths, heat rubs, spas, hot water bottles

NO A lcohol - for the first 48-72 hours as it increases swelling

NO R unning- stop all vigorous activity

NO M assage - for the first 48-72 hours

Most Common Injuries / Most Common Pain
Serious Injuries / Life Threatening Injuries / Recommendations

Soft Tissue Injuries

 
DISCLAIMER
The information in this brochure is of a general nature. Individual circumstances may require modification of general advice from an appropriate health professional eg doctor, physiotherapist, Podiatrist or Dietitian.