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CHEST/RIB/ABDOMINAL
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POTENTIALLY
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Diffuse inflammation arround the rib cage area with
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General chest/rib soreness with breathing and/or
touch and/or movement. |
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Abdominal pain without any previous direct blow
(i.e. helmet, kick, etc.). |
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Localized swelling after trauma |
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Deformity |
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Complaint of popping/snapping sound or sensation
in chest, rib, or collar bone areas. |
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Difficulty breathing |
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Black and blue bruising |
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CALL
9-1-1 Anytime that a softball or baseball player
is hit in the chest with a fastball and experiences
painful breathing, difficulty breathing or inability
to catch their breath. |
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Abdominal pain after a direct blow and/or adbominal
pain accompanied by shoulder pain, paleness, or
dizziness. |
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Complaint of pain on or near the collar bone, when
raising arm. |
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Visible lump on or near the collar bone. |
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Ice |
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Stabilize the area if necessary - make athlete as
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Do not attempt compression and/or stabilization
if pain increases. |
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See physician or proceed to emergency room. |
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Always monitor for shock. |
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PREVENTION |
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Make certain that all equipment fits properly and is worn
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Use proper technique always. |
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COMMONLY
ASSOCIATED WITH: |
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Football, soccer, baseball, softball, wrestling, judo
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ADDITIONAL
RESOURCES |
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To come.
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It is extremely important to be able to recognize serious
and/or life threatening injuries. These injuries are not always
obvious therefore, we recommend that someone (i.e. a coach or
team parent) become certified in Basic First Aide Procedures.
The American Red Cross offers frequent courses in the procedures.
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