PPT-Bruises, Sprains and Strains

What is the difference Bruisescontusion A bruise is an injury to the tissue that causes blood vessels to break and bleed into the tissue The trapped blood causes the skin to turn purplered initially then as it fades the color changes to yellowgreen. Ankle sprains account for almost half of all sports injuries and are a common reason why athletes take time off from activities Accurate diagnosis is critical as some studies suggest that 40 percent of ankle sprains are misdiagnosed or poorly treate Barbara Castillo . What is a bruise? . A bruise is a common. . skin . injury that results in a discoloration of the skin.. This occurs when a part of the body is hurt and the muscle fibers and connective tissue underneath are crushed but the skin doesn't break. Basically, blood from the ruptured capillaries at the skin's surface pop right under the skin; the blood gets trapped, forming a red or purplish mark that hurts when touched.. , and . Repetitive Motion Injuries. State Building & Construction Trades Council of California, AFL-CIO, . 2012. OSHA Grant Number . T. his material was produced under grant number SH-22310-11-60-F-6 from the Occupational Health and Safety Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.. :. Ergonomic Injury . Prevention for Commercial Fishermen. . www.amsea.org. Section A- Introduction & Back Issues . Susan Harwood project. 2. This material was produced under . grant number SH-23541-12-60-F-2 from the Occupational Safety & Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. government.. 5 October 2015. Coffs Harbour Divisional Training. 1. Definitions. Sprain. Ligaments holding a joint are stretched and torn e.g. ankle sprain. Strain. Fibres. of a muscle or tendon are stretched and torn e.g. groin strain. Autopsy provides Forensic Evidence. Forensic Pathology is the branch of medicine which medically analyzes victims of crime scenes.. They are the last physician for the deceased and their role is to discover and interpret the evidence left during the autopsy. Anatomy Review of the Thoracic Spine. Thoracic spine is composed of 12 vertebrae that articulate with the cervical and lumbar spines.. The thoracic spine, corresponding 12 pairs of ribs, and sternum form the thoracic cage.. Chapter 10 Injuries to the Thoracic Through Coccygeal Spine Anatomy Review of the Thoracic Spine Thoracic spine is composed of 12 vertebrae that articulate with the cervical and lumbar spines. The thoracic spine, corresponding 12 pairs of ribs, and sternum form the thoracic cage. Lifting Hazards and some ideas on how to reduce your risk of lifting injury By the end of this slideshow you will be able to: Identify the 3 types of lifting that may cause injuries Review ergonomics principles used in reducing lifting hazards and preventing injuries Orrin Franko. East Bay Hand Medical Center. www.EBHMC.com. Cell: 858-337-7149. www.ebhmc.com/referral. Table of Contents. Shoulder. AC dislocation. Shoulder dislocation. Biceps tendonitis. Elbow. Lateral epicondylitis. What to Expected after Ligament Repair Surgery149 Outpatient Day Surgery149 Splint for 1 week149 Boot for 4-6 weeks149 Brace when walking until 12 weeks149 Physical therapy begins after boot comes o29 1. Bureau of Workers’ Comp. PA Training for Health & Safety. (PATHS) . Topics. PPT-053-02. 2. Sprains and strains – what are they?. Causes. Difference between sprains and strains. Common types. What is a sprain or strain?. According to the Mayo Clinic, “A sprain is a stretching or tearing of ligaments- the tough bands that connect two bones together in your joints. The most common place for a sprain to occur is in the ankle. (. - Call CARE Presentation  Pathophysiology  Evaluating Bruises  Dating of Bruises  Bruises in Children with Disabilities  Aka contusion, hematoma  Due to injury to soft tissue causing