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Sports injuries in all age groups are a major burden to the health sector and the community.
Follow the links below to find information on injury prevention in various sports from lawn bowls to running.
Reviewed September 2008
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Sports medicine - Q & A
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Better Health Channel
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This fact sheet lists a range of questions and answers on sports medicine. The questions were posted by visitors to the Better Health Channel and answered by a panel of experts, which includes general practitioners, nutritionists, physical activity professionals and other health and medical specialists.
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Mar 2008
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Sports injuries
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Better Health Channel
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Sports injuries are caused by overuse, direct impact, or the application of force that is greater than the body part can structurally withstand. Common injuries include bruises, sprains, strains, joint injuries and nose bleeds.
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Feb 2007
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Hospitalised sports injury 2002-03
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Australian Institute of Health and Welfare
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It is common for persons participating in sport to be injured. Only a minority of these injuries require hospitalisation. However, hospitalised injuries are usually more severe and costly than others.
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Mar 2006
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Winter sports and cold-related injuries
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Better Health Channel
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Exercising in cold weather places extra demands on the body. Common cold-related injuries include muscle sprains and strains, hypothermia and 'snow blindness'. Many of the risks can be reduced with planning, adequate preparation and proper equipment.
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Aug 2008
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Sports injury prevention
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myDr
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Here are some tips for getting the most out of your fitness programme while preventing injury.
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May 2006
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Sporting injuries
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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by following a few simple rules and using some plain common sense, many sporting injuries can be prevented
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May 2008
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Sporting injuries - reducing the risks
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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Sport and other physical activities are fun and a great way to keep fit and feel good.
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Sep 2006
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Media release. New safety guidelines for children and young people in sport
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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The Australian Government has moved to make sport safer for young Australians with the launch by the Federal Minister for Sport, Kate Ellis, of new national guidelines to promote safety in sport and a national sport injury prevention program.
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Sep 2008
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Pregnancy and sport
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Better Health Channel
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Pregnancy is a natural condition, not an illness. Unless you have complications, it should be possible to enjoy your sport at some level throughout most of your pregnancy.
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Feb 2008
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Safety in sport
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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What are the dangers? damage from the sun. there are many accidents which could be prevented with the help of safety gear, a good coach and some commonsense.
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Nov 2008
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Animation: sports injuries
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myDr
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View our animation of some common sports injuries. Click on the injured part of the body to see a diagram and description of the injury.
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Nov 2006
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Squash - health benefits
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Better Health Channel
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Squash is a racquet game that can be played at any age. It is easy to learn and there are modified rules and equipment to suit every size and skill level. Squash can be played for leisure or as a competitive sport.
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Sep 2008
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Squash - preventing injury
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Better Health Channel
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Squash is a popular sport in Australia. While the risk of injury isn't as high as in other sports, injuries that do occur can be serious. Lessons will improve your squash technique and help to prevent injuries.
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Jan 2008
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Tennis - preventing injury
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Better Health Channel
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Tennis is one of the most popular sports in the world. More than 900,000 Australians play each year. Tennis requires a variety of physical attributes including speed, power, endurance, strength and balance. While the risk of injury from playing tennis is low compared to other sports, common tennis injuries include injuries to the ankle, knee and wrist.
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Sep 2008
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Surfing - preventing injury
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Better Health Channel
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Surfing is popular around the world and is a relatively low risk sport, with few injuries. Most of these are minor.
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Sep 2008
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Exercise safety
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Better Health Channel
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Exercise safety is important to avoid injury and maintain good health. Learn about proper equipment, first aid, sun protection and the importance of drinking water to exercise safely.
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Oct 2007
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Martial arts - preventing injury
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Better Health Channel
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The risk of injury from martial arts is low compared to other contact sports. Most injuries are to the limbs and are usually mild to moderate, for example bruises or cuts.
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Dec 2008
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Sporting injuries - treating them
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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If you play in an organised team then your coach will have some level of first aid training.
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Jul 2006
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Rugby Union preventing injury
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Better Health Channel
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Rugby union is a very physical game that requires strength, speed and ball-handling and kicking skills. A high proportion of injuries associated with rugby occur during the tackle.
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Jul 2008
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Cricket - preventing injury
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Better Health Channel
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Cricket is one of Australia's most popular summer sports. Cricket injuries are often caused by overuse, falls and being struck by a cricket ball. Cricket is often played in the heat, so players and spectators need to be protected from dehydration, heat stress and sun damage.
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Jul 2008
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