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Sports Injuries: Does My Child Need to See a Doctor?
Many coaches and parents play the guessing game when it comes to determining when a physician should see an injured ...
Source: National Association for Sport and Physical Education
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Return to Practice/Play
Once your athlete has been cleared to play by a physician or the injury has been treated appropriately, you must ...
Source: National Association for Sport and Physical Education
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R.I.C.E. Treatment
It is important to treat any injury as soon as possible to help control swelling and increase recovery time. The ...
Source: National Association for Sport and Physical Education
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First Aid Kit Contents
Below is a list of first aid items you should have in a basic medical first aid kit. The first aid kit should be ...
Source: National Association for Sport and Physical Education
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Cheerleading Injuries Double During Last Decade
Over the last 10 to 15 years, cheerleading has evolved past the pep rallies in the school gym and the sidelines of the ...
Source: The Nemours Foundation
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Body-Checking Rules Reduce Childhood Ice Hockey Injuries
Ice hockey players collide with — or "body check" — opponents, attempting to separate them from ...
Source: The Nemours Foundation
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Overweight Athletes With Ankle Problems at Greater Risk for Sprains
Ankle sprains are one of the most common sports injuries, accounting for between 10% to 28% of all injuries that occur ...
Source: The Nemours Foundation
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Sprains and Strains During Physical Activity
Sprain (Injury to ligaments). Ligaments connect bone to bone and often help to stabilize a joint, such as a ...
Source: National Association for Sport and Physical Education
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Fluid Replacement and Prevention of Heat Illness
The National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) recommends the following practices regarding fluid replacement ...
Source: National Association for Sport and Physical Education
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Contusions (Bruises) and Athletic Activity
Indicators: A bruise or contusion is due to a direct blow (i.e., helmet or elbow to the thigh) to the body ...
Source: National Association for Sport and Physical Education
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Concussions and Athletic Activity
Concussions occur after an athlete has suffered a blow to the head resulting in a wide-range of signs and symptoms. ...
Source: National Association for Sport and Physical Education
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