Sports injuries
Sports injuries are unfortunately not uncommon and can occur during training as well as during competitions. Here is some information on the most common sports injuries and their causes:
The most common sports injuries
Bruises and sprains:
More than 35 percent of sports injuries are bruises and sprains. Contusions are caused by blows or pressure, while sprains are caused by overstretched ligaments due to abrupt movements.
Dislocations and broken bones:
About 25 percent of sports injuries are dislocations (luxations) and fractures.
Tendon, muscle and ligament injuries:
Tendon, muscle and ligament injuries occur in up to 22 percent of all cases. These can result from overuse or insufficient warm-up.
The most common sports injuries
- Bruises and sprains: More than 35 percent of sports injuries are bruises and sprains. Contusions are caused by blows or pressure, while sprains are caused by overstretched ligaments due to abrupt movements.
- Dislocations and fractures: About 25 percent of sports injuries are dislocations (luxations) and fractures.
- Tendon, muscle and ligament injuries: Tendon, muscle and ligament injuries occur in up to 22 percent of all cases. These can result from overuse or insufficient warm-up.
Common causes of sports injuries
- Inadequate warm-up training:
An insufficient warm-up before sports can lead to injuries, because the muscles are not yet sufficiently supplied with blood and warmed up. - Incorrect movement executions:
Incorrect technique or movement execution during training or competition can overload joints and muscles and cause injury. - Exceeding one’s own stress limits:
When athletes exceed their own physical limits and overexert themselves, the risk of injury increases. - Slipping or twisting:
Slippery surfaces or twisting an ankle can cause sprains or torn ligaments. - Insufficient rest breaks:
Too little time between workouts to recover can lead to overuse and injury.
First aid for sports injuries
- Pause: Immediately stop the sporting activity and immobilize the injured body part.
- Ice: Cool the injured area with ice or an ice pack to reduce swelling.
- Compression: application of an elastic bandage to control swelling and reduce blood flow.
- Elevation: The injured body part should be elevated as high as possible to minimize the development of swelling.
In case of serious injuries with severe pain or deformities, it is advisable to consult a specialist in orthopedics and trauma surgery immediately in order to obtain an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
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