Centre Punch- A common type of punch with a semi blunted end. This is typically used to mark a centre for drilling in a piece. By creating a small recess for the drill bit to rest in, the drill is assured a greater chance of staying on course. Some hand lacerations are self-inflicted. After wound treatment, these patients should be referred to a psychiatric specialist. Stanley, E., Thomson, E., Smith, G., & Lamb, K. L. (2018). An analysis of the three-dimensional kinetics and kinematics of maximal effort punches among amateur boxers. International Journal of Performance Analysis in Sport, 18(5), 835-854. Deep cuts: Some injuries require immediate treatment in the emergency department or are surgically repaired. When an injury to an artery is diagnosed, a surgeon must evaluate for immediate surgical repair. If a large artery is cut, there is the possibility of massive blood loss. Death may result if bleeding is not controlled.

First-degree burn: Superficial, involvement of the outermost layer of skin, characterized by pain, redness, swelling Fogarty, A. E., Guay, C. S., Simoneau, G., Colorado, B. S., Segal, G. R., Werner Jr, J. K., & Ellenbogen, J. M. (2019). Head motion predicts transient loss of consciousness in human head trauma: a case-control study of mixed martial artists. American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation, 98(10), 859-865. The rear hand straight punch (also known as a cross punch) is arguably the most important technique utilised in combat sports. Therefore, in the current era where such a large emphasis is placed on maintaining an undefeated record, it is absolutely vital to fully optimise this technique. This article will explore the key kinematic and kinetic contributors of the rear hand straight punch, with the aim of providing coaches and athletes with the biomechanical understanding required to help develop peak punching performance.

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Lenetsky, S., Harris, N., & Brughelli, M. (2013). Assessment and contributors of punching forces in combat sports athletes: Implications for strength and conditioning. Strength & Conditioning Journal, 35(2), 1-7.

Minor burns do not require immediate medical evaluation; however, call a health care professional if there is any doubt.Bedoya, A. A., Miltenberger, M. R., & Lopez, R. M. (2015). Plyometric training effects on athletic performance in youth soccer athletes: a systematic review. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research, 29(8), 2351-2360. Splinting describes any method used to keep the injured hand or finger from moving. The doctor may place an injured hand or finger against a solid, stiff object but not inside a cast. With a splint, the injured area is immobilized yet still has room to swell. A cast does not allow for swelling, so the injury may be cast a few days after swelling has decreased. Antibiotics, particularly for bite and puncture wounds (often a judgment call by the treating doctor) Hand wounds that have not been treated six to eight hours after initial injury may not need sutures. Many health care professionals leave these wounds open since they are sutured (closed) they are more prone to infection. Spring Pin Punch - Spring pin punches are used for removing roll pins, a type of mechanical fastener. For this reason, spring pin punches are also called roll pin punches and are specially shaped to remove roll pins without causing damage or becoming jammed.