THE ACCIDENTS MUSCLE IN SPORTS

THE ACCIDENTS MUSCLE IN SPORTS                

1. CONTRACTURE                      

 

Description

During a contracture the muscle does not regain its initial length after exercise, hence pain. Contracture is the consequence of abnormal or exaggerated muscle activity. There is no lesion . It doesn't happen during training but an hour or two afterwards or even the next morning. A contracture is often the result of a persistent cramp . It also happens that a calf contracture appears during the transition to minimalist running, especially if the necessary progressiveness in this transition is not respected.

 

A) TREATMENT                      

Use heat and massage on the contracted muscle and rest.

Prevent muscle contractures

To avoid suffering from contractures you must:

Avoid dehydration by drinking before, during and after exercise, in small amounts

Alternate water and sports drinks, which have the advantage of containing salts and minerals

Recognize the signs of fatigue

Knowing how to stop before the pain appears

Gradually progress in a new sport.

The muscle fatigue that occurs when the muscle is not used to provide the required force can cause contractures. You may not have chosen the right intensity for running

2. TEAR                      

A) DESCRIPTION AND SYMPTOMS                      

The muscle can sometimes rupture completely, it is the muscle tear which is a very serious accident which sometimes requires operation. The tear is due to exceeding the physiological possibilities of the muscle. Overshoot often caused by an incorrect gesture, particularly in its amplitude. We can cite for example the case of the sprinter who will tow and be in lumbar lordosis; then there is too much work on the hamstrings at the back of the thigh. Whether it is for the hamstrings , the quadriceps in the front of the thigh or the back , the pain felt is sudden and comparable to a stab. The athlete can no longer move. A hematoma appears then swelling or edema .

 

B) TREATMENT                     

Use the technique of cryotherapy using thermal pillows . Without thermal pad at your disposal, apply ice or cold immediately. Above all, avoid any manipulation and carry out a very serious examination by a sports doctor.

C) TIPS FOR APPLYING ICE                      

Ice should be applied to the strained or torn muscle so that it conforms to the shape of the injured area. It should be placed in a bag held in place with a bandage, not too tightly so as not to stop the blood flow, but enough to allow compression that will stop the bleeding. Place a towel between the bag and the skin and hold the ice pack with a bandage, not tightening too much so as not to stop the flow of blood. Ice only constricts blood vessels for about 10 minutes, after which they re-inflate. Therefore, it should only be left in place for 10 to 12 minutes at a time. Repeat this every hour, keeping the injured limb continuously elevated. This procedure should be followed several times during the first 2 days after the tear. Then continue applying ice 2 to 3 times a day until the pain is gone, both at rest and during exertion.