Football is a lot of fun, but injuries are common. To keep things as safe as possible on the field, follow these tips.
Playing hard doesn't have to mean getting hurt. The best way to ensure a long and injury-free athletic career is to play it safe from the start. Find out how.
Burners - also called stingers - usually happen in the neck or shoulder. They take their name from the burning or stinging sensation they cause. Find out how to treat burners - and prevent them.
Helmets are a way to help protect your head from injuries like cuts and skull fractures.
Most hip pointer injuries can be easily treated and heal in their own time. Find out what to do in this article 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.
A broken collarbone is one of the most common types of broken bones. Find out how it can happen and how it's treated.
All kids need to eat balanced meals and have a healthy diet. But should that balance change for kids who play on a sports team or work out?
You practiced hard and made sure you wore protective gear, but you still got hurt. Read this article to find out how to take care of sports injuries - and how to avoid getting them.
Skateboarding is undeniably cool, but it's also easy to get hurt. Keep it safe while skateboarding with these safety tips.
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diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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