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.
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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.
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.
When Can Kids Return to Playing Sports?
Advice on how to keep your children safe if they return to playing sports during the pandemic.
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.
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.
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.
