Soft tissue injuries
Many activities can lead to soft-tissue damage of muscles, ligaments, and tendons. The result can be pain, swelling, bruising, and damage. Soft-tissue injuries are classified as the following:
- Contusions (bruises)
- Sprains
- Tendonitis
- Bursitis
- Stress injuries
- Strains
Athletes and non-athletes share many similar soft-tissue injuries.
Contusion:
A contusion (bruise) is an injury to the soft tissue often produced by a blunt force, such as a kick, fall, or blow. The result will be pain, swelling,and discoloration because of bleeding into the tissue. Treatment for contusions includes rest, ice, compression, and elevation (R.I.C.E.). More serious contusions may need to be examined by a doctor.
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