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MRI (Video) for Teens
This video shows what it's like to get an MRI.
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Strokes for Teens
Strokes are more common in older adults, but teens can have one too. This "brain attack" happens when blood flow to the brain stops, even for a second.
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Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis (SCFE) for Teens
A good, stable connection at your hip joint is what lets you walk, run, make that jump shot, and shake it on the dance floor. But in some teens – particularly those who are obese – the hip joint is weakened by slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE).
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Osteomyelitis for Teens
Sometimes a bad cut that gets infected can lead to even worse things, like a bone infection called osteomyelitis. The easiest way to protect yourself is to practice good hygiene.
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Jumper's Knee for Teens
Jumper's knee is an overuse injury that happens when frequent jumping, running, and changing direction damages the patellar tendon.
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Hip Pointer for Teens
Most hip pointer injuries can be easily treated and heal in their own time. Find out what to do in this article for teens.
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Quadriceps Contusion for Teens
Quadriceps contusions are common in sports that have a lot of direct contact or a chance of collisions or wipeouts. Find out what to do if you get one - and how to avoid them.
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Knee Injuries for Teens
Knee injuries are common when you're active or playing sports. Learn about different types of knee injuries, symptoms, treatments, and prevention.
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Sinding-Larsen-Johansson Syndrome for Teens
This growth-related injury is more common in teens who play sports that require a lot of running or jumping. Find out why it happens - and what you can do to avoid and treat it.
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Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tears for Teens
ACL injuries can happen in active and athletic kids when excessive pressure is put on the knee joint, resulting in a torn ligament.