Physical Education A-Level
Impact absorption
What Impact absorption means in Physical Education A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Impact absorption
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Reference: AQA
The way equipment works to reduce injury risk by absorbing or dispersing impact forces during physical activity.
Topics that use Impact absorption
- Injury prevention and the rehabilitation of injury (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Achilles tendonitis
- Acute injury
- Chronic injuries
- Cryotherapy
- Energy and nutrient replenishment
- Equipment suitability
- Flexibility types
- Hydrotherapy
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