Hard tissue injuries involve injuries to which structures?

• A. Muscles.
• B. Bones or teeth.
• C. Tendons.
• D. Skin.

Answer: (B)

Hard tissue injuries involve damage to mineralized structures, primarily bones and teeth. These tissues are hard because they are made with minerals, so injuries in this category include fractures, cracks, and dental damage like chips or knocked-out teeth. Soft tissues such as muscles, tendons, and skin are not hard tissues; they’re more prone to strains, sprains, tears, and cuts. So injuries that affect bones or teeth are classified as hard tissue injuries.