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generally refer to sudden injuries acquired through traumatic events.
Acute injuries
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are type of injuries that are usually caused by overuse of muscle groups or joints. This type of injury can likely be result to injuries that were not totally healed and only created muscle imbalances.
chronic injuries
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Common Injuries in Taekwondo
- Ankle sprain
- Muscle strain
- Knee joint injury
- Concussion
- Nose injuries
- Bruises
- Dental damage
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a type of injury that happens when a player rolls, twists or turns his ankle which results to pain, stiffness and swelling.
Ankle sprain
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This injury happens when muscles are overstretched which result to tearing of muscle fibers. Some symptoms of this kind of injury include pan, swelling and bruising.
Muscle strain
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this type of injury includes knee fractures, dislocation and tearing of soft tissues.
Knee joint injury
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it is considered as a brain injury, usually a mild injury, which affects brain functions.
Concussion
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these injuries happen when one is directly hit on his nose which result to bleeding or broken nose.
Nose injuries
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another common type of injury among Taekwondo athletes in which discoloration of skin becomes visible due to hard blow on specific part of the body.
Bruises
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a type of injury in which one receives a blow to his jaw that can crack, break or dislodged teeth.
Dental damage
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Suggestions on immediate treatment for sprains, strains and joint injuries, to prevent further damage include:
- R-rest
- I-ice
- C-compression
- E-elevation
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