INJURY

PREVENTIVE
MEASURES
COMMON WAYS TO AVOID AN INURY

Be physically fit to play a

sport.
Know the rules of the
sport, and abide by them.
Wear appropriate
protective gear and
equipment.
Rest.
COMMON WAYS TO AVOID AN INURY

Always warm up before

playing.
Cool Down.
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AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Participate in a conditioning
program to build muscle strength
and endurance gradually over time.
Follow an appropriate warm-up and
coo-down regimen, including
flexibility exercises.
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AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
Keep a first-aid kit handy and learn
how to treat minor cuts, bruises,
and sprains.
Have an emergency plan in place
for minor injuries while practicing
or playing for any sport. Injuries
can be minimized through
immediate medical help.
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AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
Dress in the most appropriate
clothing. Make sure uniforms and
protective equipment fit properly.
Wear all protective gears correctly
at all times.
Stay hydrated and eat well-
balanced diet.
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AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
Use proper technique and follow
the rules of the sport as well as the
rules of the facility where the sport
will be played.
Check the sporting equipment to
assure proper functioning and clear
away any debris from the playing
area.
 PERIODIZATION AND
MEDICAL EXAMINATION
PERIODIZATION is the process of
consistently and slowly increasing
training load and volume with
periodic recovery days/weeks.
It is the best way to produce long
term, sustainable fitness gains
while avoiding injury and burnout.
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KNEE INJURY
ACL (Anterior Cruciate
Ligament) and PCL (Posterior
Cruciate Ligament) are the 2
major ligaments that work
together to provide stability to
the knee joint. They form an
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"X" which allows the knee to

flex and extend without
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KNEE INJURY
side to side movement.

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