Question 1

how common are sports injuries?

Accepted Answer

Very: basketball players are most frequently injured. Football players are most severely injured

Question 2

no sports injuries. works out every other day?

Accepted Answer

Need more specifics: What is your exact question?  Yes it is ok to work out every other day.

Question 3

are female athletes more prone to sports injuries?

Accepted Answer

Yes: In a recent survey it was found that, sportswomen are eight times more likely to suffer injury like anterior cruciate ligament (acl) than men. It is considered as an epidemic. The study also confirmed the fact that more than thousands of sportswomen undergo ACL operations each year.   Hips, back and shoulders – women players in the sport of rugby are more prone to shoulder injuries.

Question 4

is it possible to fully recover from sports injuries?

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Yes: This depends on the injury sustained and the severity of the injury.

Question 5

what is the type of tape used for dealing with sports injuries?

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Multiple: The most common type of tape used for sporting injuries is canvas athletic tape.  However, other types may also be used depending on the situation.

Question 6

what is the best brand of medicine for pain related to inflamed sports injuries?

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Anti-inflammatories: Ibuprofen or Aleve (naproxen) are the two most common but there are several others that work through the same pathways to help inflammation.

Question 7

what are the most common sports injuries? how can you reduce your risk of injury if you're an athlete?

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Varies by sport: The most common sports injuries really depends on the sport you play.  To prevent injuries, stretch and building appropriate strength for your sport and level of participation.  Also be sure to get adequate nutrition and hydration before and after any physical activity. Work with a sports medicine trained physician to develop an individualized prevention program.

Question 8

does dmso work for sports injuries?

Accepted Answer

Possibly...: Dmso is used topically to decrease pain and speed the healing of wounds, and muscle and skeletal injuries. 
Its exact mechanisms are unknown.
It causes a garlic-like taste, and breath and body odor. It is a prescription drug but industrial grade DMSO is avail.  Do not use nonprescript. As it may have impurities.  Dmso is a strong solvent and can carry these impurities rapidly into the body.

Question 9

does yoga usually help sports injuries?

Accepted Answer

Yes!: Yoga is a great way to improve your strength and flexibility, both great ways to improve (or prevent sports injuries). Your local y or even your community center will offer low cost classes.
There are different type of yoga the one called hatha yoga has movements that involves body movements and streching which helps.

Question 10

is not icing or taking medicine for sports injuries a bad idea?

Accepted Answer

No harm done: First, make sure you have a simple injury like a sprain or strain. More serious injuries like fractures need to be evaluated by a doctor.

For simple injuries, ice of pain medication is to improve comfort. It does not speed healing. So choosing not to use these treatments is harmless, but it may increase your discomfort while healing takes place.

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