Microtrauma
Microtrauma (pronounced: /ˌmaɪkroʊˈtrɔːmə/) is a term used in medicine to describe small-scale injuries that occur in the body. These injuries are often the result of repetitive or excessive use of a particular body part, and can lead to more serious conditions if not properly managed.
Etymology
The term "microtrauma" is derived from the Greek words "micros" meaning small, and "trauma" meaning wound or injury.
Definition
Microtrauma refers to small, often unnoticed injuries that occur in the body's tissues, particularly in the muscles, bones, and joints. These injuries can be caused by a variety of factors, including repetitive movements, excessive strain, or improper technique during physical activity.
Related Terms
- Overuse injury: This is a type of injury that occurs when a particular body part is subjected to repetitive stress without adequate time to heal. Microtraumas are often a precursor to overuse injuries.
- Repetitive strain injury (RSI): This is a condition that can result from prolonged repetitive, forceful, or awkward movements. It often affects the muscles, tendons, and nerves of the neck, shoulders, forearms, and hands.
- Tendinitis: This is an inflammation or irritation of a tendon, a thick cord that attaches bone to muscle. It can be caused by microtraumas.
- Stress fracture: This is a small crack in a bone that develops due to overuse or repetitive activity. It can be a result of accumulated microtraumas.
Prevention and Treatment
Prevention of microtrauma involves proper training techniques, adequate rest, and appropriate equipment use. Treatment typically involves rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE), as well as physical therapy and, in some cases, medication or surgery.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Microtrauma
- Wikipedia's article - Microtrauma
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