Inner Drive and Humor Get Tennis Star Back on Court After Injury
After a shoulder injury and a growth plate injury, Ava is back to tennis and playing better than ever thanks to her determination and Stanford care team.
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Ask Me Anything About Sports Medicine
A sports medicine specialist at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health discusses the rise in professionalization of youth sports, risk factors for burnout and attrition, diversification, concussions, and more.
Teen Overcomes Injury to Compete in MLB Pitch Hit & Run at World Series–and Wins
A Bay Area teen takes the national stage at the MLB-sponsored Pitch Hit & Run youth event and takes home the trophy.
Distance Runner Charging Forward After Crawling Across Finish Line
Medha’s Stanford care team has helped her bounce back stronger after multiple injuries and learn how to reduce her injury risk in the future.
Stanford Medicine Children’s Health Opens New Pediatric Group in Los Gatos
Stanford Medicine Children’s Health welcomes a new practice in Los Gatos to its health care network this month.
How to Recognize and Treat Concussions in Kids
Concussion specialists answer your questions about preventing concussions in your child and what to expect during the recovery process.
Preteen Beats ACL-Meniscus Tear With Grit and Great Care
After tearing his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and half of his meniscus, 12-year-old Aiden worked hard to return to his elite club soccer team.
Rising Stanford University Track Star Turns Injury Into Opportunity
Cate went from a broken leg to breaking records as a high school track star in a little over a year.
Elite Diver Faces Chronic Growth-Related Knee Issues and Wins
A core team of caregivers helped Scott Garman overcome injuries and achieve his dream of becoming a D1 diver.
How Sex-Related Differences Impact Sports Injuries
Learn about some of the most common injuries that can be caused in part by anatomical and physiological differences between boys and girls.
Reflections on the 50th Anniversary of Title IX
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 put into motion a movement to provide equal opportunities for both men and women in sports as well as in the classroom 50 years ago.
Top Athlete Supported by Circle of Caregivers
R.J. Stephens is a high-performing athlete supported by a team of pediatric sports medicine specialists at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health.
Preventing Sports-Related Injuries This School Year
Playing sports is a practical and fun way for many children to stay healthy and active. However, sports injuries account for almost one-third of all childhood injuries.
Helping Kids Stay Safe, Healthy During Summer Break
Summer break is the perfect time to explore and play outside. However, with that, comes an increased chance of getting injured.
Back on the High Dive After Surgery for Rare Joint Condition
After powering through elbow pain due to osteochondritis dissecans, Jaiden got help from our experts.
Easygoing Teen Goes Hard on the Court
After fracturing a bone in her ankle, Paige turned to a team of sports medicine and rehab experts at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health—and not for the first time.
Teen Closes in on Recovery after Meniscus Injury
After tearing his meniscus during a basketball game, Branden turned to the sports medicine experts at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health.
Challenging Times for Teen Athletes, but Safe Return on the Horizon
Doctors discuss how to safely return to sports and caution teen athletes to go slowly to avoid overuse injuries.
Getting Youth Athletes Back on the Field
Sports medicine experts at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health are working with youth teams and athletes to help them safely return to practice during the pandemic.
Research, Rest, Recovery After Knee Injury
Sports medicine experts helped Thomas recover from osteochondritis dissecans and return to basketball.
When Can Kids Return to Playing Sports?
Advice on how to keep your children safe if they return to playing sports during the pandemic.
From Shelter to Sport: Safely Returning to Play
These tips will help young athletes transition back to sports safely.
Falcon Quarterback Soars after Unique HIFU Procedure
Doctors used an innovative approach called high intensity focused ultrasound to remove a tumor called an osteoid osteoma without surgery or radiation.
Six Injury-Prevention Tips to Keep Your Athlete Healthy and Happy
Back to school means back to playing sports. Here are six injury-prevention tips to help ensure that your child is ready for the season.
Youth wheelchair basketball tournament rolls into Stanford
Four teams of young wheelchair basketball players took to the court at Stanford’s Arrillaga Family Recreation Center last month.
Avery runs into a healthy future
After being diagnosed with osteochondritis dissecans and undergoing surgery on her knees, Avery is on the mend and hopes to be running again soon.
The surgery that helped a boy back onto the basketball court
An avid basketball player, Chris loves the Golden State Warriors and can spew out player statistics at any moment. But physiologically, Chris is very unique.
Q&A with Christine Boyd, MD on Sports Medicine
Growing bones and brains are susceptible to different injury patterns than adults throughout adolescence and young adulthood.
Summer Sports Safety and Injury Prevention Tips
With the increased outdoor fun comes increased risk of injury. It’s important to be aware of the potential dangers in summer sports and to take steps to stay safe while having fun.
Stanford Medicine Children’s Health orthopedists seeing a rise in ACL injuries among young girls
Young, athletic girls like Aminah Carter, 8, are being treated for sports injuries typically associated with adults and professional athletes.
Concussions in Young Athletes: How Far Will We Go to Win?
Nearly 4 million sports-related concussions occur in the U.S. each year and, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the majority of these cases affect young people. Concussions can have devastating consequences, including impaired cognitive function and other long-term neurological effects.
