Overuse injuries are very common among young athletes for a number of reasons. Kids and teens are still growing into their adult bodies, meaning muscles and tendons aren’t yet at full strength, and the pressure to excel means more kids are focusing on one sport and practicing year round, stressing the same muscle groups over […]
Female High School Athletes Suffer More Overuse Injuries
Overuse injuries continue to plague female high school athletes, according to a new study published in The Journal of Pediatrics. According to the six year, 20 sport study, high school girls are more likely to sustain overuse injuries while playing sports than boys. Researchers said the findings will be useful in developing training regimens to […]
4 Most Common Foot & Ankle Injuries
The feet and ankles are some of the most often injured areas of the body. Here are the 4 most common foot & ankle injuries: Overuse Injuries. These are very common among athletes who put excessive strain on their feet & ankles on a regular basis through activities such as long distance running and weight […]