Abstract Soft tissue injuries of the head and neck are a common reason for medical evaluation treatment in pediatric populations with some unique important considerations when compared adults. The incidence type continue to evolve adoption new safety measures, technology advancements, education general population. goal this article is provide reader thorough understanding management soft trauma...

OBJECTIVE: To determine the rate, type, and severity of dental injuries recorded for intermediate and high school interscholastic athletic participants. DESIGN AND SETTING: A longitudinal study (1988-2003) of intermediate and high school athletes utilizing the same certified athletic trainers to evaluate and record all injury data. SUBJECTS: Sports participation included 123 teams in 19 female,...

Diagnoses of injuries to the hip and groin are challenging to diagnose because of complex anatomy and overlapping symptoms Radiography is most suitable for initial imaging examination to evaluate for fractures, joint space, alignment, and some soft tissue anomalies MRI is well-suited for evaluating soft tissue injuries, including stress injuries, muscle strain, tendon tears, muscular contusion,...

Significant soft tissue injuries often occur as part of high-energy injuries to the pelvis. These soft tissue injuries must be recognized and considered when implementing a treatment plan if complications are to be minimized. Vigilance in diagnosing open fractures must be maintained. Patients with these injuries must be managed aggressively, because they are at high risk for complications and d...

Although most attention is given to bones in trauma and orthopaedics, soft tissues form a crucial component of the musculoskeletal system. Soft tissue injuries can occur with fractures and without and include a wide and heterogeneous range of injuries. In this issue we cover a range of these topics including tendon and ligament injuries around the knee, wrist and spine with a relevant emphasis ...

Cumulative, repetitive microtrauma can cause tissue damage that leads to overuse injuries, which constitute a large share of sports-related disorders. The authors explain their five-step approach to treating overuse injuries: establishing a pathoanatomic diagnosis, controlling inflammation, promoting healing, increasing fitness, and controlling tissue abuse. The case of a 28-year-old male runne...