Sports related injuries

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  Athletics injuries

  Athletic injury is common to all athletes and can happen at any time without warning, even up to few days afterwards. more »

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  Aussie rules football injuries

  Though players generally take good care of their bodies, Aussie rules football is a high-impact, contact sport and despite the care, players will get injured. more »

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  Basketball injuries

  Basketball injuries can be nagging or even agonising, so getting the facts and seeking medical treatment is essential. more »

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  Cricket injuries

  It is common for certain injuries to occur in a game of cricket. Some others may be avoided by use of protective gear. more »

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  Cycling injuries

  Most cycling injuries are due to overuse of legs and knees. Back injuries are also common due to the prolonged riding position. more »

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  Endurance sports injuries

  Most endurance sports injuries are the direct result of pushing the body to its limits over a long period of time. more »

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  Field hockey injuries

  Field hockey is a tough sport requiring skill, fitness and quick changes in direction; hence it brings a high chance of impact injuries. more »

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  Golf injuries

  Repetitive injuries are common in golf, usually in soft tissues; but most can be avoided with proper conditioning and an improved swing. more »

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  Martial arts injuries

  Seasoned martial artists are more likely to sustain a catastrophic injury whereas amateurs are likely to suffer contusions, sprains and strains. more »

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  Mountain biking injuries

  The type of injuries depend on the type of mountain biking you do, with downhill biking having a higher incidence than biking on regular terrain. more »

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  Netball injuries

  Netball is a game that calls for fast movements, lots of jumping and quick changes in direction. As a result, injuries of the foot and knee are very common. more »

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  Rowing injuries

  The most common rowing injuries have been found to be those resulting from overuse or the repetitive nature of the sport. more »

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  Rugby injuries

  Rugby is a tough, fast-moving sport that incurs a number of injuries from tackling and scrummaging. Protective gear may help avoid some injuries, but others may be unavoidable. more »

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  Running injuries

  Running injuries can be frequent and disabling. Many injuries result from wearing improper footwear, over-training and not warming-up or cooling down properly. more »

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  Skiing injuries

  Skiing injuries are quite common, especially among occasional skiers. Most injuries occur as a result of falls; concussions, shoulder injuries and fractures being common. more »

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  Snowboarding injuries

  Snowboarding injuries may run the gamut from contusions, concussions, fractures to spinal cord or traumatic brain injuries. more »

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  Soccer injuries

  Soccer injuries cover a variety of complaints involving every part of the body. From trauma to the head to pain at the bottom of the heel, soccer players are prone to them all. more »

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  Squash injuries

  The game of squash is a high-impact, fast moving one that lends itself to a lot of injuries, some of which may be severe. more »

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  Surfing injuries

  Putting aside the requirement to be a strong swimmer, surfing can be hazardous especially if you are starting out or if you are not physically fit. more »

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  Swimming injuries

  Touted as a safe form of exercise, it may come as a surprise that injuries do occur among novices as well as competitive swimmers. more »

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  Tennis injuries

  Tennis players become injured while playing either from a sudden impact or from overuse of muscles and joints. more »

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  Volleyball injuries

  Volleyball is a game where quick bursts of motion are required. Hence injuries may result from a sudden force or impact, or from overuse. more »

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  Weight training injuries

  Weight training is a demanding activity that calls for concentration, commitment and overall health and fitness. Though it is not a high-impact sport, care is needed to avoid injuries. more »

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  Wrestling injuries

  Wrestling is a sport that carries a high rate of injuries, both for beginners and experienced wrestlers alike and are related to musculoskeletal strength, flexibility and skill. more »

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  Yoga injuries

  Though yoga is a mild, low-impact activity, injuries can result if it is performed incorrectly or performed by persons with certain musculoskeletal conditions. more »