By following the tips in this article, children and adults can help prevent winter sports injuries
People spend hours of recreation time on activities ranging from sledding, snow skiing and tobogganing to ice hockey, ice skating and snow boarding. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), however, if the proper precautions are not taken to ensure warmth and safety, severe injuries can occur.
Winter sports injuries get a lot of attention at hospital emergency rooms, doctors’ offices and clinics. Injuries include sprains and strains, dislocations and fractures. In 2007, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reported:
Monday, November 15th, 2010
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Knee injuries range from discomfort to career-ending results. Below are some insights to help you in the prevention and treatment of knee injuries.
Prevention
• Neuromuscular training with bent-knee landing and pivoting can be helpful in injury reduction
• Strength training of thighs, hips and lower leg may help prevent injury
• Proper warm up and stretching may also decrease knee injuries
• Use ice treatment after knee exercise training
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Monday, November 15th, 2010
Certified Athletic Trainers provided added training and expertise for athletes.
For coaches, athletic directors and anyone involved in running a school sports program, it is important to understand the qualifications of a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) when selecting the specialists responsible for caring for athletes at your events.
Do You Have a Certified Athletic Trainer Covering Your Events?
Not all trainers have the added training and expertise provided by an ATC. Certified Athletic Trainers must have a degree from an accredited curriculum and pass a comprehensive test administered by the Board of Certification. ATC’s expertise ranges from minor strains to catastrophic head injuries.
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