As the modern game becomes more competitive and intense there has been a definite increase in the number of soccer injuries. This is because professional soccer is a more intense sport than it used to be in the past. Many years ago the most common examples of soccer injuries were the odd sprained ankle or hamstring strain. These would be quickly healed by time and ample rest.
The worst soccer injuries are undoubtedly the ones where serious fractures occur. We have all seen horrific images and footage where pieces of bone have been visibly sticking out from flesh and clothing. This kind of injury is very complicated and requires a lengthy period of recuperation. A clear break in the bone takes longer to heal compared to a less serious hairline fracture. These injuries are also prone to infection during the healing and rehabilitation process.
The majority of leg injuries occur in the lower leg region where the tibia and fibula are located. In most cases when there is a fracture, it is the fibula that breaks. This is because it is the weakest and thinnest bone out of the two. There are sometimes injuries where both the tibia and fibula are fractured but in completely different places. These long term injuries can have an emotional effect on the player.
Multiple fractures mean players will be out of action for a number of months sometimes even longer. The worst examples are when both the tibia and fibula is broken and has to be reconnected by using pins. Recovery usually takes a long time as bones are relatively slow in terms of growth and repair. When a fracture such as this heals some players report that one leg is shorter than the other as a result of the injury.
Head injuries are among the worst soccer injuries sustained by players. When a player suffers a head injury the club physiotherapist and medical team should exercise caution. There have been many examples of players taking a bang on the head and initially appearing to be fine only for their condition to deteriorate later on.
There are serious issues connected with head injuries and these are concussion, brain damage and a skull fracture. Because soccer is such a physical sport, there can be regular instances where players accidentally clash heads with each other rather than making contact with the ball. As a precautionary measure players should be examined by a medical professional after suffering any kind of head injury.
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