Section 3: Sports Injuries

Limb Injuries

    FRACTURES

    • A fracture is a crack, break or chip in the bone
    • A fracture in sport will likely result from direct or indirect force or twisting movements

    Signs and Symptoms of a Fracture

    • Loss of function
    • Deformity
    • Pain
    • Swelling
    • Discolouration
    • Grinding of bones
    • Possible open wound
    • Nausea
    • Pale, cold and clammy skin
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