First Aid: Sprains and Strains in Children
With lots of kids starting fall sports these last few weeks, it’s a great time to discuss popular types of sports injuries so that us parents (and our children!) can be well-prepared this sports season. Here we’ll consider two common injuries to look out for including what they are, how they happen, how they’re treated, and, most importantly, how they can be prevented.
Overview: Sports Injuries in Children
Fall sports season is here, and our children are getting fresh air and exercise as well as building valuable skills, confidence, and good sportsmanship. And, most importantly, they’re having fun. But even with all of these benefits of youth sports, sports injuries pose a risk to our children’s health and safety. Nearly one-third of all injuries in children are sports-related injuries. It is important for parents and children to be aware of these risks so that proper measures may be taken to prevent them.