Summer is almost here, and that means kids and teens will soon be running around playing pickup games in the park or joining their traveling team for tournaments across the state. Our bodies need less work when we’re younger to stay healthy, but that doesn’t mean young athletes are invincible to injuries. Below, we take […]
Untreated Injuries Lead To Future Leg Injuries
New research suggests that athletes who have suffered a past injury are more likely to suffer a future leg injury, even if the original injury was to a different area of the body. It’s not surprising that someone who suffers a severe ankle sprain would be more likely to suffer future ankle sprains, because the […]
Multi-Sport Athletes Less Likely To Suffer Foot Injuries
If your soccer player says that they want to play basketball in the winter, letting them participate may actually reduce their risk of a lower body injury. According to a recent study, sport specialization may increase your child’s risk of injury compared to playing multiple sports. The reason behind this is because multiple sports require […]
These Two Factors Can Lead To Youth Sport Injuries and Burnout
A lot of parents push their children into sports at an early age as a way to make friends and burn off some of that excess energy. As kids get older the games become more competitive, and when teens make their way to high school they’re competing not only for local bragging rights but for the chance […]
Half of All Ankle Sprains Occur While Playing Sports
Nearly half of all ankle sprains occur while a person is playing sports, according to data from the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. Moreover, basketball is far and away the most dangerous sport for ankle injuries, as more than 40 percent of ankle sprains occur on the hardwood. Here’s a closer look at the data: […]