Preventing Injury (OCR GCSE Physical Education): Flashcards
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Purpose of warm-up
Purpose of warm-up
Increase temp in muscles, tendons & ligaments
What warm-up increases
What warm-up increases
Elasticity
Benefit of increased elasticity
Benefit of increased elasticity
Prevents muscle pulls & strains
What to avoid when stretching
What to avoid when stretching
Overstretching & bouncing
Effect of overstretching/bouncing
Effect of overstretching/bouncing
Muscle strain
Consequence of overtraining
Consequence of overtraining
Adaptations won't occur; risk of injury like strains
Why include rest days in training
Why include rest days in training
Allow for recovery
Purpose of taping/bracing
Purpose of taping/bracing
Provide support to joints & muscles
Benefit of ankle support
Benefit of ankle support
Reduces chance of twisted ankle (sprain)
How to maintain hydration
How to maintain hydration
Drink water
Consequences of dehydration
Consequences of dehydration
Dizziness & nausea
Purpose of gum shield in rugby/boxing
Purpose of gum shield in rugby/boxing
Protect teeth
Purpose of shin pads
Purpose of shin pads
Reduce impact on shins in football & hockey
Purpose of non-slip footwear/boots
Purpose of non-slip footwear/boots
Prevent ankle injuries
Benefit of correct technique
Benefit of correct technique
Better results & avoid injury