Unit 2 Health, Safety and Injury in Sport D2 Shin Guards Shin guards can reduce the force of hard blows by up to 77 percent, and that can mean the difference between a bump and a broken bone. Shin guards are mainly used to protect the lower leg against contact injuries. The
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anterior tibial border is very exposed as it only has a layer of skin over it. Repetitive blows occurring on someone not wearing shin guards can cause damage to the bone. Shin guards are also important for protecting the soft tissue of the lower leg. The lower leg is the most common site for compartment syndrome. The fascia covering the muscles is inelastic, so when a muscle swells a lot it is being contained by the fascia and this can actually cause significant damage. Repetitive blows to the leg can cause the fascia to scar down, become even tighter, and ...

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