Outline compression, shearing and tension injuries.

Explain three ways that risks and hazards of exercise can be reduced.

Compression:
compact injury where a collision occurs;
can cause bruising/broken bones;

Shearing:
occurs when there is extreme friction between two surfaces/sliding friction on two surfaces;

Tension:
occurs when tissue is stretched / strained beyond its normal limits;
Can cause tears in tissue.

 

Award [1 max] per injury type.

 

[3 max]

Regular moderate exercise:

this helps to improve various components of fitness of the body and ensure that it can cope with the stress of exercise;

moderate the type and intensity of exercise appropriate to age and ability;

 

Using protective/suitable equipment:

this will protect against repetitive injuries and also any sudden impact injuries eg shin pads for football;

Correct footwear/clothing for the sport will also reduce hazards and risks;

 

Regular health checks / rehabilitation from injury:

this ensures that any critical health features are being identified and monitored and informs the person of what they can do and what they may need to adapt in terms of exercise;

making sure athletes who have suffered an injury do not return to training too early or follow a more specific programme when training to prevent further injuries;

 

Completing warm-ups / cool downs / stretching routines:

this helps to build up intensity which helps to prepare the person for action / gradually reduce intensity which has been shown to assist with recovery;

 

Education/ courses/ officials:

this will ensure that technique is correct and that they are aware of how to minimise injuries;

the activity is officiated correctly / safety is considered.

 

Award [1 max] for a list.

Award [1 max] per way/method.

 

[3 max]

Well done on the whole.

Well done on the whole.