Common Sports Injuries And Prevention

Which statement about warming up before playing sports is NOT true? A. It is necessary to continue to stretch during the game. B. Getting the blood moving through your muscles prepares them for physical activity. C. Joints can be warmed up through stretching. D. none of the above

Which of the following statements is TRUE for high-visibility clothing? A. High-visibility clothing helps to reduce insect problems when exercising. B. Bright colors work to keep you cooler while exercising. C. High-visibility clothing is important to wear in areas with moving vehicles. D. none of the above

Groin and hamstring strain both include symptoms of bruising, pain, and swelling.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of bone fractures? A. A crack or break occurs in the bone. B. It is caused by a large force or impact on the bone. C. It does not always include pain. D. Bones naturally begin to heal immediately.

Being properly hydrated can help reduce the risk of injury.

Bones naturally begin to heal immediately after a fracture.

Repetitive motion can cause injury.

Stopping/twisting and jumping/landing are movements that can both result in the same injury type.

Going too far beyond what the body can handle with vigorous exercise, especially without taking time to build up to the level of exercise, is an example of __________. A. overuse B. overexertion C. incorrect technique D. determination

Common symptoms of a concussion include all of the following EXCEPT: A. headache B. disorientation and dizziness C. nausea D. chills

Getting adequate rest will actually strengthen you in the long run.

Which of the following statements about stopping/twisting is NOT true? A. mostly occurs in individual sports B. can result in ligament and tendon damage C. is a movement required in most fast-paced sports D. creates stress and strain on joints

Which of the following about hamstring strains is NOT true? A. usually accompanied by dull pain B. includes a tear or rupture of hamstring muscle C. usually occurs when sprinting or during high-velocity movements D. includes bruising and swelling

Which of the following injuries include instability of the knee with pain and swelling? A. groin strain B. hamstring strain C. ACL tear D. bone fracture

Which sport is likely to have the most impact with other players? A. flag football B. baseball C. football D. golf

It is important to wear protective equipment in both practice and games.

Which of the following is NOT a way to prevent bursitis?

Overexertion generally leads to ligament and tendon damage.