Sports Medicine 3-4:
Your group has been assigned four general medical issues seen in athletics. Work together to complete all components of the project.
Vocabulary and Medical Terminology
Create an electronic crossword puzzle or word search that includes 5terms for each issue. You may use or
(scroll down to the bottom) or type in a search engine: “create word search” or “create crossword”
Issue/Disorder
Create a PowerPoint Presentation for each of the issues of your general medical project. Your group will be presenting this to the class. You must include a picture on each slide and as few words as possible. Put them in order from least severe to most severe.
1-signs, symptoms,
2-pictures (what it looks like),
3-what causes it
4-what sports/activities does it mostly affect
5-treatment, cures available
6-sport restrictions while infected
Quiz
Develop a 5 question quiz about your issues to test your classmates. Include a variety of question formats: multiple choice, true/false, fill in the blank, matching, etc. Your group will grade the quizzes. The class average score will be added to your overall group points…the better you teach your body system to the class = the better the quiz scores = the better YOUR grade!
Digestive (13 Disorders)
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Skeletal (12Disorders)
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Nervous (10Disorders)
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Reproductive (9Disorders)
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Circulatory (9Disorders)
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Respiratory (8 Disorders)
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Integumentary (7 Disorders)
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Lymphatic (7Disorders)
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Muscular (7 Disorders)
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Urinary (6 Disorders)
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Endocrine (5 Disorders)
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The Skeletal System
Section 13.2 covers the skeletal system, including the names, locations, and functions of bones and joints.
Introduction to the Skeletal System
Structure of the Bone
Functions of the Bone
Types of Bones
Groups of Bones
Joints
Ligaments
Common Disorders of the Skeletal System (12)
Jobs and Professions
Orthopedist
Orthopedic Technician
Prothetist
Summary
Project Ideas:
The importance of calcium
The Muscular System
In Section 13.3, students learn the purpose of the muscular system, including the names and locations of muscles and how they control movement.
Introduction to the Muscular System
Muscle Function
Types of Muscle
Tendons
Types of Muscle Tissue
Basic Movements of Skeletal Muscle
Common Disorders of the Muscular System = 7
Jobs and Professions
Myologist
Physical Therapist
Sports Medicine Assistant (Athletic Trainer)
Tenotomist
Summary
Project Ideas:
Voluntary vs. Involuntary: Can you tell your stomach to digest food? Can you tell your heat to beat? Can you tell your fingers to write the letter A? Make a table that identifies and compares actions based on whether they are voluntary or not.
The Circulatory System
Section 13.4 introduces the circulatory system. It covers the functions of arteries, veins, and the heart, as well as blood.
Introduction to the Circulatory System
Kinds of Blood Vessels
The Heart
Common Disorders of the Circulatory System = 9
Jobs and Professions
Internist
Cardiologist
Cardiopulmonary Technician
ECG/EKG Technician
Echocardiogram Technician
Summary
Project Ideas:
Make a chart or table describing and differentiating between the different types of blood vessels.
Draw a poster or flowchart depicting the flow of blood through the circulatory sytem.
Explain or demonstrate ways people can behave in order to maintain a healthy circulatory system.
The Lymphatic System
In Section 13.5, students learn how the lymphatic system helps the body fight disease and build immunity.
Introduction to the Lymphatic System
Kinds of Lymphatic System Vessels and Organs
The Lymphatic System and Immunity
Immune Response
Common Disorders of the Lymphatic System = 7
Jobs and Professions
Immunologist
Immunology Technician
Summary
Project Ideas:
Imagine the lymphatic system is a superhero that protects the body the way that Superman protects Lois Lane. Draw a comic strip about the lymphatic system or a poster advertising a new action movie about the lymphatic system.
The Respiratory System
Section 13.6 covers the respiratory system, the lungs, and how they function to provide oxygen and remove carbon dioxide and water vapor.
Introduction to the Respiratory System
Structure of the Respiratory System
Common Disorders of the Respiratory System = 8
Jobs and Professions
Pulmonologist
Respiratory Therapist
Thoracic Surgeon
Pulmonary Technician
Oxygen Technician
Otorhinolaryngologist
Otologist
Summary
Project Ideas:
Use a stopwatch to time how many breaths per minute your partners take during different stages of exercise. One person can breath, one can time, and one can count. Time each other when sitting still, after walking around the room, and after performing jumping jacks. Make a table to record the results and a chart or graph to display them.
Create a diagram of the correct flow of air through the body.
Create an antismoking poster to inform patients about why they should quit smoking, or not smoke to begin with.
The Digestive System
Section 13.7 provides an overview of the digestive system, explaining how the body breaks down food into nutrients, and how it eliminates waste.
Introduction to the Digestive System
Digestive Organs
The Accessory Structures
Common Disorders of the Digestive System = 13
Jobs and Professions
Gastroenterologist
Hepatologist
Dietician
Dietary Aide
Summary
Project Ideas:
The Urinary System
In Section 13.8, students learn how the urinary system maintains water balance within the body.
Introduction to the Urinary System
Structure of the Urinary System
Common Disorders of the Urinary System = 6
Jobs and Professions
Urologist
Nephrologist
Dialysis Technician
Summary
Project Ideas:
The Endocrine System
Section 13.9 covers the endocrine systems. Students learn the names and locations of the glands and how they function.
Introduction to the Glandular Systems
Common Disorders of the Glandular Systems = 5
Jobs and Professions
Endocrinologist
Summary
Project Ideas:
The Nervous System
Section 13.10 introduces the nervous system. It includes coverage of the senses, the ear, and the eye.
Introduction to the Nervous System
The Eye
Protection for the Eye
Coats of the Eye
The Ear
Organs of Taste and Smell
Sense of Taste
Sense of Smell
General Senses
Pressure Sense
Temperature Sense
Sense of Touch
Sense of Pain
Common Disorders of the Nervous System = 10
Jobs and Professions
Neurologist
Opthalmologist
Otologist
Otorhinolaryngologist
Summary
Project Ideas:
The Reproductive System
In Section 13.11, students are introduced to both the male and female reproductive systems.
Introduction to the Reproductive System
The Female Reproductive System
The Male Reproductive System
Common Disorders of the Reproductive System = 9
Jobs and Professions
Embryologist
Gynecologist
Obstetrician
Midwife
Summary
Project Ideas:
The Integumentary System
Section 13.12 covers the integumentary system. Students learn the composition of the skin and how it protects the body.
Introduction to the Integumentary System
Structure of the Skin
Common Disorders of the Integumentary System = 7
Jobs and Professions
Dermatologist
Summary
Project Ideas: