Unfortunately, injuries are part and parcel of playing football. This is a high speed contact sport, so collisions and falls are common.
Knowing the symptoms will help you to stop some of these before they become serious, while information on treatment can help to speed your recovery, and get you back playing as soon as possible.
Ankle sprain
Footballers often suffer ankle sprains, either in a tackle, or else simply from twisting on uneven ground.
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Anterior cruciate ligament
Injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament are common among footballers, and often need surgery to resolve them.
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Hamstring tear
Suffering a hamstring tear is an awful moment for an athlete. We look at the signs and symptoms, and what you can do to avoid this injury.
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Hernia
A hernia is one of the most common footballing injuries, and can be easily repaired under local anaesthetic.
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Knee cartilage tear
Typically caused by a forceful twisting injury to the leg, a knee cartilage tear is a serious injury that requires proper rest and rehab.
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