Question 1

do i have a concussion? i was hit with a hockey stick on the 7 hours ago and it still hurts.

Accepted Answer

Depends: Where does it hurt - a generalized ha may be a concussion.  Scalp pain where you were hit is just soft tissue trauma.

Question 2

i got hit in the head by a hockey stick 10 hours ago. i had no lump and it's a bit sore but no headache really. will i be ok?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If you were not knocked out or down and have minimal symptoms  it is not an issue.  Headings, nausea, visual problems, concentration issues, sleep disturbances, personality changes and appetite changes can be symptoms of concussion.

Question 3

i was hit on the lower parts of my right knee with a hockey stick about 3months ago.

but know when i walk on site and drive my bakkie  im experiencing pain in my knee.

so what doctor should i see first to inspect my knee?

Accepted Answer

Well, most primary: care providers can effectively deal with the initial evaluation of knee trauma, but it might be slightly more efficient to see a Sports Medicine or Orthopedic Surgery specialist. A careful exam of the knee to detect internal derangement, tendon or ligament injury is required. Then it will be decided if imaging (x-ray, MRI) will be helpful. Good wishes:)

Question 4

pain in hand/thumb near trapezium bone for a week now after jamming my wrists at hockey. tried to play after couldn't grip stick or shoot properly.

Accepted Answer

X-ray: With that much dysfunction, you should probably get an x-ray to rule out a fracture.

Question 5

a year ago i took a hockey stick to the throat. since, i've had chronic fatigue, nausea and congestion, always worse after i eat. what's going on?

Accepted Answer

Hockey stick: Damaged vocal cords, hyoid bone, or voice box area. Were x-rays done? Would recommend a good ENT - ear, nose and throat specialist in your area to have a thorough evaluation.

Question 6

playing hockey thumb got trapped between ball and stick. tip of thumb is very bruised, swollen, tender to touch where meets next bone. best treatment?

Accepted Answer

Resting: Rest, ice pack and anti-inflammatory. May be you need an X Ray to rule out any fracture.

Question 7

why would i only get pain on my outside of my ankles after hockey?

Accepted Answer

Two possibilities: One is that your skates do not fit correctly.  Another is the muscles that you use when skating.  When pushing to the outside you fire the peroneal muscles.  The tendons of these muscles run on the outside of your ankles.

Question 8

how do i tape my knee for hockey?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Taping of a joint varies based on the desired outcome.  Taping to stabilize the patella (kneecap) is different than taping to prevent hyperextension, which is different than taping to stabilize a collateral ligament.  This is also a skill that requires much experience to do properly.  Consult with your athletic trainer.

Question 9

what are risks of playing street hockey?

Accepted Answer

Risks: Risks in playing street hockey include traumatic joint injuries, osteoarthritis , concussion &  myositis ossificans.

Question 10

what are common types of injuries during hockey?

Accepted Answer

Similar to football: Like other high energy contact collision sports, hockey players sustain typical muscles strains (hamstring/quadriceps), ligament sprains (major knee ligaments), shoulder subluxation/dislocations, hip injuries, contusions from puck or collision contact, ocassional bone fractures, and lacerations of any exposed skin (facial area).

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Do i have a concussion? i was hit with a hockey stick on the 7 hours ago and it still hurts.

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I got hit in the head by a hockey stick 10 hours ago. i had no lump and it's a bit sore but no headache really. will i be ok?

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I was hit on the lower parts of my right knee with a hockey stick about 3months ago. but know when i walk on site and drive my bakkie im experiencing pain in my knee. so what doctor should i see first to inspect my knee?

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Pain in hand/thumb near trapezium bone for a week now after jamming my wrists at hockey. tried to play after couldn't grip stick or shoot properly.

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A year ago i took a hockey stick to the throat. since, i've had chronic fatigue, nausea and congestion, always worse after i eat. what's going on?

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Playing hockey thumb got trapped between ball and stick. tip of thumb is very bruised, swollen, tender to touch where meets next bone. best treatment?

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Why would i only get pain on my outside of my ankles after hockey?

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How do i tape my knee for hockey?

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What are risks of playing street hockey?

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What are common types of injuries during hockey?

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