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Exercising is good for you, but sometimes you can injure yourself when you play sports or exercise. Accidents, poor training practices or improper gear can cause them. Some people get hurt because they are not in shape. Not warming up or stretching enough can also lead to injuries.
The most common sports injuries are
If you get hurt, stop playing. Continuing to play or exercise can cause more harm. Treatment often begins with the RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation) method to relieve pain, reduce swelling and speed healing. Other possible treatments include pain relievers, keeping the injured area from moving, rehabilitation and sometimes surgery.
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
'''Sports injuries''' are injuries that are caused by participation in a sports. Various ailments can be specifically related to performing sports, sometimes even to specific sports. For example. "Runner's Knee" is generally associated with running. On the other hand, "Tennis Elbow" is a misnomer for a repetitive stress injury at the elbow though it often occurs with tennis players. Injuries are a part of professional sports and most teams have a staff of therapists and close connections to the medical community. Controversy has arisen at times when teams have made decisions that could threaten a players long-term health for short term gain.
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Clinical Sports Medicine - Resource book on sports injury diagnosis and treatment methods for practitioners in the sports medicine field such as physical therapists, trainers, coaches and physicians.
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FitThotic - Custom foot care orthotics to help foot, knee, back and heel pain, improve performance and prevent sports injuries.
Farabloc - Pain management clothing and products. Natural pain management for chronic pain, amputee phantom pain and sports related muscle injuries.
Pro Band Sports Industries - Wraps for the knee, ankle, or forearm designed to help heal repetitive strain injuries.