Citation

Davis EK. J. Okla. State Med. Assoc. 2004; 97(1): 18-21.

Affiliation

Oklahoma University Health Sciences Center, 940 NE 13th, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73104, USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2004, Oklahoma State Medical Association)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

14998062

Abstract

Youth and children's sports are becoming increasingly popular in America. Previous studies have shown that children and adolescents are not small adults in their responses to exercise and stress. As children around the world become involved in more competitive and organized sports activities, the frequency and severity of acute and overuse injuries continue to rise. Safety guidelines, protective equipment and prevention education are crucial to reducing pediatric recreational and sports injuries. Preventing injuries and ensuring safe athletic practices are necessary for children and adolescents to continue to receive benefits from organized sports and recreational activities. Efforts to minimize these injuries are warranted both to ensure the long-term health of children and to reduce medical costs.

Language: en