Baseball Head Injuries in Children
Head injuries are a serious concern in many sports, including baseball. With balls being thrown at high speeds, the use of bats and the potential for player to player collision, …
Sports Injuries
Common Football Injuries in Children
Football injuries in children don’t discriminate. No matter the age and amount of protective gear, injuries happen. A CDC study published in Sports Health found that athletes ages 6 to …
Common Little League Baseball Sports Injuries and Prevention
Little League Baseball Sports Injuries Little League Sports Injuries are common. When Little League Baseball season starts, parents and coaches are usually excited to get the kids on the field. …
Game Day Nutrition Tips for Young Athletes
Skill and training are essential for every athlete. Another factor that has a massive impact on an athlete’s performance is optimal nutrition. No matter what sport they play, young athletes …
Baseball Safety for Children
Baseball is one of the most popular youth sports in the United States, and like any other sport, it comes with a risk of injuries. Just like baseball is a …
Preventing Soccer Injuries in Children
One of the most popular team sports in the world, soccer (also known as football, outside of the United States) is a great exercise that helps improve agility, coordination, balance …
5 Steps to Children’s Sports Safety
Children’s sports safety should be every parent’s first consideration. Children are at an even greater risk than adults of becoming injured, as they are still growing. Thus, the possibility of …
Concussion Diagnosis & Treatment
With football season in full-swing, concussions and head injuries are in the front of a lot of parents’ and coaches’ minds. With advances in protective gear along with increased awareness …
Treating Concussions
We have all heard more and more about concussion in the news lately, especially regarding athletes. The term concussion protocols for athletes returning to play after a head injury has …
