What are some good high school science fair projects on sports anatomy and performance?

Answer 1

CRYO THERAPY dR RICE'S SYSTEM OF WARM WATER AND ICE AND HOW IT HEALS BRUISES AND GETS THE BLOOD FLOWING AGAIN..
The application of cold (ice bag, cold whirlpool) for injuries, medically known as cryotherapy, is a common practice in sports medicine. Athletes should know the benefits of cold, how and when to use it as well as it's potential dangers.



All About RICE

The RICE Principle gained popularity after Dr. Gabe Mirkin from the Georgetown University School of Medicine first introduced the acronym back in 1978:

Use RICE during the initial stages of injury treatment:

Rest - avoid painful activities.

Ice - apply ice 20 min. on, 40 min. off several times a day.

Compression - wrap the ice on with an elastic ("ace") bandage.

Elevate - raise the injured area to further aid swelling reduction.

Apply ice treatments for the first 48-72 hours using the above method after an injury to reduce pain, inflammation and swelling.



Why is Swelling So Bad?

Swelling must be controlled during the initial stages of injury because it has several negative affects on the body. It puts pressure on nerve endings, which results in pain. Swelling also obstructs oxygen from entering the area, causing additional cell death to occur secondary to the initial injury. Uncontrolled swelling can cause excess tissue scarring and restricted joint motion.



Treatment Precautions

Don't ice an area any longer than 15-20 minutes. Leaving ice on too long can cause frostbite or nerve damage.

Be especially careful when icing bony areas. The outer aspect of the knee is an area of particular concern. A nerve passes by this region very close to the skin and can be damaged with excessive icing.


Although rare, allergic reactions can occur to cold therapy in theform of hives and joint pain.


Raynaud's Phenomenon is a condition in which cold exposure causes spasm of the small arteries in the hands and feet. Signs and symptoms include skin whiteness or blueness in the fingers or toes with tingling or burning. Sometimes the skin turns white and then red before returning to normal color. Discontinue treatment and consult your physician if you experience this or any other abnormal reaction to cold application.





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Answer 2

Try CFD.