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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 July 2007
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Sports injuries - 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 injuries. 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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Apr 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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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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Mar 2008
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Lawn bowls - preventing injury
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Better Health Channel
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Lawn bowls is ranked the fifth most popular sport and physical activity in Australia. More than three quarters of players are over 55 years of age, and falls are the most frequent cause of injury. Other injuries that may occur include overexertion, fractures, strains and sprains.
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Feb 2008
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Water polo - preventing injury
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Better Health Channel
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Water polo is a low risk sport. Participants need to be fit, strong swimmers. Common injuries include sprains, strains and weather-related conditions such as sunburn or hypothermia.
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Jan 2008
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Touch football - preventing injury
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Better Health Channel
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Touch football was originally a form of training for rugby league players, but is now a popular sport in its own right. Some research indicates that touch football accounts for around 10 per cent of all football injuries. The knee and ankle are among the most commonly injured sites.
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Jan 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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Golf - preventing injury
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Better Health Channel
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Regular golf can help improve stamina, cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance. Compared to some other sports, the overall risk of injury is low; however, incorrect technique can increase the risk of injury. Common injuries involve the lower back, shoulder, elbow, wrist, head and eye.
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Nov 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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Nov 2007
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Fishing - preventing injury
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Better Health Channel
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Fishing is enjoyable and has a low risk of injury. However, drowning and accidents are a risk when rock and ledge fishing, boat fishing or surf fishing. Never fish alone, always wear a life jacket and learn about the importance of first aid and planning.
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Oct 2007
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Rowing - preventing injury
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Better Health Channel
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Rowing is a fun way to get fit. It allows you to enjoy the beauty of Victoria's rivers and lakes. The physical skills you need include stamina, strength, balance, timing and technique.
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Oct 2007
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Orienteering - preventing injury
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Better Health Channel
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Orienteering is running or walking while you are navigating (with a compass) through challenging environments such as bushland.
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Oct 2007
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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 2007
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Windsurfing - preventing injury
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Better Health Channel
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Windsurfing carries a relatively low risk of injury compared to other sports. However, when injuries occur they tend to be severe. Common injuries include fractures and sprains.
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Sep 2007
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Exercise safely - quiz
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Better Health Channel
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Maintaining fluid hydration, wearing the correct shoes for jogging and walking exercises and taking adequate breaks between training sessions will help you to exercise safely and prevent injuries.
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Sep 2007
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Running and jogging - preventing injury
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Better Health Channel
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About one in three recreational runners will endure a running-related injury at some stage in their life. Many running-related injuries occur in the lower leg. Common sites include the knee, ankle, shin and foot. Many injuries can be prevented.
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Sep 2007
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Sports injuries quiz
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myDr
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Find out more about some common sports injuries by taking this quick quiz.
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Sep 2007
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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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Aug 2007
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Tooth loss in children
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Better Health Channel
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Even though baby teeth are designed to ultimately fall out, they are still important. Baby teeth allow the child to chew food, and they reserve the spaces in gum tissue for future adult teeth. Knocked-out teeth can be saved if they are properly cared for.
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Aug 2007
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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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Aug 2007
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