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Sports injury: stop, assess and return
An illustrated guide to initial steps after injury: stop the activity, recognise urgent symptoms and agree a return to sport.
Stop after an injury
Pain, swelling or loss of function deserve attention. A growth area may also be injured in a child.
Recognise urgent symptoms
Deformity, a significant wound, cold or numb fingers or toes, or inability to use the limb need urgent assessment.
Return without shortcuts
Return depends on the injury and recovery. Reduced pain alone does not establish that the limb has healed.
Illustrations and general information for families. They do not replace an individual medical assessment or instructions from the treating team.
Dr Daniele Priano — Paediatric orthopaedics
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