Table 3

 Main groupings and categories for classifying type of injury

Main groupingCategoryEquivalent OSICS pathology character
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Fractures and bone stressFractureF
Other bone injuriesG, Q, S
Joint (non-bone) and ligamentDislocation/subluxation Sprain/ligament injuryD, U J, L
Lesion of meniscus or cartilageC
Muscle and tendonMuscle rupture/tear/strain/crampsM, Y
Tendon injury/rupture/tendinosis/bursitisT, R
ContusionsHaematoma/contusion/bruiseH
Laceration and skin lesionAbrasionK
LacerationK
Central/peripheral nervous systemConcussion (with or without loss of consciousness) Nerve injuryN N
OtherDental injuriesG
Other injuries