Haddon's matrix (Robertson 10; Barnett, et al., 2005)
Factors |
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Phases |
Human |
Vehicle/Equipment |
Physical Environment |
Socio-economic Environment |
Pre-Injury Phase |
Structured warm-up programs that focus on stretching, strengthening, improving balance and movements prior to sport participation |
Proper fitting shoes and clothing Use of relevant and correct size of tools and equipment |
Favorable weather conditions Well maintained and safe playing fields e.g., absence of potholes |
Presence of athletic trainer during practice Optimum preparation and practice Strict supervision during the game |
Injury Phase |
Limit activity to individual ability Strict adherence to rules and regulations |
Use of personal protective equipments such as knee pads and braces |
Hospital nearby with specialty in trauma care/sport injuries |
Emergency response system ready such as phone, ambulance, and first aid kit |
Post-Injury Phase |
General physical health of the victim |
Use of first aid kit |
Availability of immediate trauma care Availability of rehabilitation facility Prompt ACL reconstruction |
Sport-injury rehabilitation program Family and social support |
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