Short-term injury is physical damage that inhibits or prevents full participation in an athletic activity for up to 3 months, typically, 6 weeks or less. This article covers mental factors that can impair or promote healing. Steps in recovery include getting through denial, coping with stress, developing a positive mental outlook, the use of reframing, learning the lesson of the injury, rebalancing lifestyle and social relationships, staying with a recovery plan, and utilizing health professionals.
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