Strain Injury Thesis Statement

The Effect of Repetitive Muscle Strain Injury (RSI) on the Game Performance Among the Varsity Players in Silliman University

Generosso, Xian Aiby O.

BS Physical Therapy- II

Roja, Jayra R.

BS Physical Therapy- II

Tomales, Coleen Caryl V.

BS Physical Therapy- II

Prof. Joan C. Generoso

BC 25 - B

(Sept 27, 2016)

Topic: The Effect of Repetitive Muscle Strain Injuries on the Game Performance Among the Varsity Players in Silliman University

Thesis statement: The game performance of the varsity players in Silliman University can be negatively affected due to the effects given by Repetitive Strain Injuries in different aspects: physical, mental, and emotional.

1.Introduction

Repetitive strain injury (RSI) seems like a relatively modern

In reality, RSIs have been around since people first began repeating motions and carrying out annual labour. RSIs are conditions associated with repetitive tasks, forceful exertions, vibrations, mechanical compression and sustained or awkward positions. Repetitive strain injuries (RSI) is a general term used to describe the pain felt in muscles, nerves and tendons caused by repetitive movement and overuse. The researchers decided to study on its effects among athletes. This condition seems to be most common among athletes these days. The researchers especially wanted to sought for information on its effects on the game performance among the varsity players in Silliman University. As a result, the researchers believe that Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) negatively affects the game performance among the varsity players in Silliman University due to its effects in different aspects: physical, mental, and

This damage is referred to as a strain. If done repetitively with forceful exertions RSI occurs. Repetitive Muscle Strain Injuries affects the athlete physically. It causes prolonged and chronic muscle pain to the athletes. The pain differs from one person to another depending on the classification of strain. Grade one strain is when there is damage to individual muscle fibers (less than 5 percent of fibers), this is a mild strain which requires 2 to 3 weeks rest. Grade 2 strain is when there is more extensive damage, with more muscle fibers involved, but the muscle is not completely ruptured. The rest period required is usually between 3 and 6 weeks. Grade 3 strain is a complete rupture of a muscle. For a sports person, this usually require surgery to repair muscle. The rehabilitation time is about three months. All muscle strains should be rested and allowed to heal. If the patient continues to play, the condition will worsen. If ignored, a grade one strain has the potential to become a grade two strain or even a complete