The Navy SEAL Physical Fitness Guide - Human Performance

212 Training and Sports Related Injuries

Table 12-5. Musculoskeletal Injuries Associated with

Mission-Elements

Platform Description of Injury

Steel Decks: Knee Cap Pain (Patellofemoral Syndrome)

Shin Splints

Low Back Pain

High Speed Boats: Knee Sprain with Effusion

Back Pain

Quadriceps Strain

Tendonitis below Knee Cap (Patellar)

Parachute Jumps: Fractures

Patellar Tendonitis

Low Back Strain/Sprain

Muscle Strain

Confined Space (Submarine): Header (Head Blow)

Shin Contusions

Troop Transport: Shin Splints

Rappelling/Rock Climbing: Rope Burns

Elbow Tendonitis

Abrasions of the Fingers

Biceps Tendonitis

Back Strain

Shoulder Sprain

Fast Roping: Deep Heel Bruises