Sprained Ankle

Ligament damage on the outside of the foot is one of the most common injuries. In handball games it is common for this to happen when jumping and then landing askew on the foot. The injury mechanism is that the foot folds inwards (supination) and this can lead to a rupture or tearing of the ligament on the outside of the foot. Acute ligament injuries rarely need surgery but are treated with active exercise at an early stage.

Patella Dislocation

Dislocation of the kneecap may occur from side impacts against the knee joint, for example in tackling or collision with opponents, and is the most common cause of swollen knees in adolescents and children. If the kneecap is “almost coming out” it is called subluxation, which has the same causes and is treated in a similar way to patella dislocation.

Injury mechanism: the kneecap is usually pulled outwards (laterally). This may result in the joint capsule and soft tissue on the other side of the knee being overstretched. The injury often affects younger teenagers, partly because of general hypermobility.

Throwing Shoulder

Throwing shoulder is an injury that develops over a long time and is due to overstraining of the shoulder due to repeated throwing motions.

ACL Injuries

ACL injuries are one of the most common and toughest knee injuries occurring in the sport. Correct diagnosis at an early stage is important in order to begin adequate treatment. Occurs primarily in sports such as football, handball, floorball and downhill skiing.

Dislocated Shoulder

A shoulder jumping out of its joints usually happens if you fall on an outstretched arm or get a strain in the throwing arm. A dislocated shoulder often results in damage to cartilage, ligaments and joint capsules. The risk of recurrence is high, therefore rehabilitation and regular specific shoulder exercises are very important in order to stay active and play handball!

Heel Pain

Injuries from overstraining in the heel area are common in active children and adolescents aged 8-14. The injury heals of its own accord and the prognosis is good, but the healing period can extend over several years.

Periostitis

Pain on the inside of the lower leg. Periostitis often occurs during or after running or jumping exercises and arises mainly in long distance running, ball sports and gymnastics.

Diffuse Front Knee Pain (PFSS)

Patellofemoral stress syndrome (PFSS) is one of the most common painful conditions in the knee joint which affects both active and inactive people. The condition occurs mainly in teenage girls. The problem can have several causes and there are often many different factors that affect the pain. The condition is not usually associated with an accident. The pain is often triggered in connection with physical activity, which causes many to refrain from exercise and sports activities. The prognosis is usually good. Activity with pain is allowed if it does not increase during each training session.

Osgood–Schlatter Disease

An overstraining and inflammation of the patellar tendon’s attachment on the lower leg (growth area) that occurs when the effort has been more than the body can handle. Mainly affects boys aged 10-16 but also occurs in girls who do a lot of sport. The injury heals of its own accord and the prognosis is good, but the healing period can extend over several years.

Jumper's Knee

A rupture and inflammation in the patella tendon due to overstraining. Among handball players is common that the knee that's used in the jump is affected.

General Back Pain

The complaint is located in the lower back and adjacent areas. The symptoms may last for a few days or weeks, alternating with trouble-free periods. If the trouble persists, pain occurs at night and the player generally feels bad, medical attention should be sought.