March 20, 2026

Ballet, Bravery and Bouncing Back

Sisters London and Sharkey dance their way through injury and recovery For sisters London and Sharkey, dance has always been more than just an extracurricular activity — it’s a way of life. Both girls donned ballet slippers at the age of 2 and haven’t looked back since. “Ballet is the alphabet of dance,” says their…

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January 28, 2026

Pediatric Sports Injuries: What Parents Should Know From a Rady Children’s Sports Medicine Expert

Expert Insight on Pediatric Sports Injuries Participating in sports helps kids build strength, confidence, and teamwork — but it also means there’s a risk of injury. In the video below, Dr. Matthew Schmitz, MD, a pediatric sports medicine specialist at Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego, shares insight into common pediatric sports injuries and how families can…

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December 8, 2025

Keeping Kids in the Game: Preventing Rotator Cuff Injuries in Youth Sports

From baseball and tennis players to swimmers and gymnasts, many young athletes put heavy strain on their shoulders. Kids today are playing harder and training longer—especially in a city with year-round good weather—and are unfortunately increasing their risk for rotator cuff injuries. “Growing kids’ arm lengths are constantly changing and that means that the muscles…

Orthopedics & Scoliosis, Parenting tips, Sports Medicine
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October 19, 2025

Strong Starts, Safe Seasons: What Every Parent Should Know About Youth Sports Injuries

Fall means back-to-school, crisp mornings—and the return of youth sports. Whether it’s football, soccer, cross country, or the rising popularity of flag football, fall is full of opportunity for kids to move their bodies, connect with teammates, and grow on and off the field. But with every new season comes the potential for injuries, especially…

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May 3, 2019

Playing it Safe: Sports Injury Prevention Tips for Kids

Tackle. Dunk. Kick. Flip. Dive. The human body accomplishes some pretty incredible feats when at play — and most of the time, it does so unscathed. But injury can strike even the most talented athletes when they take the field or hit the court, and youth athletes are no exception. According to data from the…

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February 11, 2019

Protecting Youth Athletes from Dental Injuries

When you think of sports injuries in kids, things like concussions, sprains and broken bones likely come to mind. But with one in three youth athletes affected, injuries to the teeth and mouth are also high on the list, explains Parvathi Pokala, D.D.S., a pediatric dentist at Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego. With Children’s Dental Health…

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