A sports injury involves damage to any part of the body due to such physical activities like sports, exercise or athletic activities. A sports injury can be either acute (sudden) or chronic (develop over time). Sports injuries not limited to one part also affects bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments and other structures. Many minor sports injuries can be treated at home with rest, ice, compression, elevation and over-the-counter analgesics. But some injuries require medical attention, such as immobilization to hospitals, physical therapy and severe cases surgery also required.