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Could there be any lasting effects from repeated bruising of the same area? I'm wondering about both soft tissue and bones.
Can Repeated Bruising Lead to Long-Term Damage to Soft Tissue and Bones?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the potential long-term effects of repeated bruising on soft tissue and bones, particularly in the context of activities such as martial arts and other physical sports. Participants explore various aspects of bruising, including its causes, effects, and the implications of repeated injuries.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Debate/contested
- Technical explanation
- Conceptual clarification
Main Points Raised
- Some participants question whether repeated bruising can lead to lasting damage, specifically to soft tissue and bones.
- One participant suggests that bruising can cause blood clots that may affect other parts of the body.
- There is a discussion about the context of repeated bruising, with references to domestic abuse and chronic athletic injuries as potential causes.
- Another participant emphasizes that the severity and location of bruises are critical factors in determining potential long-term effects.
- It is noted that repeated injury can cause stress to the tissue and may also damage surrounding structures like ligaments and tendons.
- One participant shares personal experiences of bruising during sparring, indicating specific locations and suggesting the use of protective padding.
- Another participant mentions that three bruises in three months may not be a significant concern and suggests checking techniques to reduce bruising.
- There is speculation that a bruise on the bicep could be related to a muscle tear, assuming it is not caused by gripping.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express a range of views on the implications of repeated bruising, with no clear consensus on whether it leads to long-term damage. Some agree on the need for protective measures, while others question the severity of the issue.
Contextual Notes
The discussion includes various assumptions about the causes of bruising and the potential for injury, which may depend on individual circumstances and definitions of severity.
Who May Find This Useful
Individuals involved in contact sports, martial arts practitioners, and those interested in the effects of repeated physical trauma on the body may find this discussion relevant.
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waht
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I'm not sure if this is true. Bruising can cause blood cloths which can travel in the bloodstream and impair another part of the body.
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berkeman
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lisab said:
Domestic abuse? Chronic athletic injury? The lasting effects might be due to the cause, rather than the effect...
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berkeman said:
Martial arts
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Yeah, it makes you tougher, and with a higher motivation to leave similar patterns on the other's person face.lisab said:
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It would depend entirely on the severity and the location of the bruise. A bruise is caused by the breaking of small capillaries under the skin, causing seepage of blood into the tissue. The blood is broken down over time by phagocytes, causing the different colorations. With the bruising you cause trauma to the capillaries and there will be some apoptosis in the tissue during the clean-up process when the tissue is healing.
Repeated injury to the same location is never good, because it will cause stress to the tissue. Besides the bruising you should be aware that other structures might be damaged by the impact, such as ligaments and tendons. If you feel the bruising is really a problem, you should consider wearing some protective padding in the locations that you get hit often.
Repeated injury to the same location is never good, because it will cause stress to the tissue. Besides the bruising you should be aware that other structures might be damaged by the impact, such as ligaments and tendons. If you feel the bruising is really a problem, you should consider wearing some protective padding in the locations that you get hit often.
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lisab said:Martial arts
where and why do you get bruised repeatedly, btw ?
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DanP said:
The place that gets it the worst is my right shin bone, just under the knee. I've had 3 significant bruises there since I started 3 months ago. I think this happens during stand up sparring, as I tend to use my right leg to block kicks.
The other place is my left bicep. It also happens during sparring, but during the grappling, not stand up. It's a soft tissue bruise and I have no idea how I keep getting it.
I think Monique is right, I should wear protective pads (at least on my shins) until my technique improves.
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lisab said:
Lisa, I don't think 3 bruises in 3 months are anything to worry about.
Check with your trainer and see if your low kick checking techniques are ok. Low kick work on heavy bag will in time condition your sheen pretty well, and youll become less sensitive, but it can take many months. Some strength work (squats in general) helps a lot with general condition of musculo-skeletal system and may be useful in improving bone density in leg bones, pretty useful for females.
You can wear sheen protection for stand up sparring, many ppl do it.
Congratulation for doing what you do, chicks who fancy fighting are sexy in my book.
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berkeman
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DanP said:
(Holy crap! Runs to find cover...)
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lisab said:
assuming it's not from someone gripping you on the arm, the biceps bruise could be from a muscle tear.
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