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Where do sprains normally occur?
Sprains typically occur in the ligaments, which are tough bands of tissue that connect bones together at a joint. Common locations for sprains include the ankles, wrists, and knees.
What does ICD9 code 844.9 mean?
sprains and strains of knee and leg, unspecified site
Are ankle injuries the most common running injury?
You are right, it seems that the most common injury is ankle sprains, but along with the ankle, others include torn ACLs, pulled hamstrings, shin splints, or knee injuries.
Where do sprains Occur?
Any ligament can be sprained, but the most frequently injured ligaments are at the ankle, knee, and finger joints.
What are the demographics of sprains and strains?
Sprains and strains are common. Anyone can have them. Children under age eight are less likely to have sprains than are older people. People who are active in sports suffer more strains and sprains than less active people.
Explain why sprains and injuries to joint cartilages are particularly troublesome?
Sprains involve stretching or tearing of joint ligaments. Because ligaments are poorly vascularized, healing is slow. Cartilage injuries, particularly of the knee, are common in contact sports and may result from excessive twisting or high pressure. The avascular cartilage is unable to repair itself.
How can you prevent sprains?
Wearing proper shoes is best way to avoid ankle sprains. There are also supports available to resist knee, ankle, elbow, and other sprains. Of course, avoiding walking or running on uneven ground can cause sprains. The result of a sprain can often be minimized by RICE: rest , ice , compression, and elevation
What is the most common muscle injuries?
Most likely ankle sprains.
Do high heels lead to or increase lower back problems?
The common problems associated with long-term high heel shoe use is foot, ankle and knee complaints. These foot, ankle and knee problems could result in altered walking and standing biomechanics, which can lead to back pain. Examples of common problems that result from high heeled shoes: Foot pain Ankle sprains Hammer toes and bunions Knee joint degeneration
What are the classifications of sprains?
There are three grades of sprains. Grade I sprains. Grade II sprains. Grade III, or third degree, sprains
What are the common injuries in sports?
many common injuries are sprains, strains, minor concussive blows, fractures,eye and ear infections...
What are three common injuries associated with sport or exercise?
Pulled Muscles Sprains Contusions
