The Navy SEAL Physical Fitness Guide - Human Performance

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Training and Sports Related Injuries

Ankle Sprain

Pain, swelling, loss of func-

tion after turning

the ankle.

Ankle stretching and

flexibility exercises, ankle

braces.

If unable to bear weight, seek medical

evaluation. Ice 20 min. every hour;

compression wrap from toes to lower

leg; leaving no gaps. Elevation: elevate

foot 18" off ground; motrin, aspirin for

pain; partial weight bearing using cane

or crutch; seek medical evaluation for

pain lasting longer than 3 days.

Medial

Epicondylitis

Pain at inner bony aspect of

elbow; worse with wrist

extension.

Caution with aggravating

factors: narrow-based hand

placement for push-ups or

wrist extension under resis-

tance; generalized wrist-

strengthening program.

Ice to bony prominence; wrist stretch-

ing/strengthening exercises; cross

friction massage; avoid aggravating

factors.

Heat Stroke

Hot, dry, flushed skin, high

body temperature, altered

level of consciousness,

weakness, incoordination.

Hydration, stepwise

acclimation to

environmental conditions.

LIFE THREATENING MEDICAL EMER-

GENCY. Replace fluids; if possible,

cool water immersion in the field; ice

packs to arm pits, groin, temple; trans-

port immediately to medical facility.

Heat Exhaustion

Cool, damp skin; nausea,

weakness, fatigue, poor

concentration.

Maintain hydration, during

exercise in all weather;

avoid Black Flag

conditions.

Remove excess clothing, replace flu-

ids, cool body with water immersion,

ice packs, transport to medical facility.

Table 12-8. Symptoms, Prevention, and Treatment of Common Training-

and Mission-Related Injuries

Injury Symptoms Prevention Treatment