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To keep your kids active and enjoying the benefits of sports, there are some simple things you can do. Take a few minutes to learn some sports safety basics. We have tips and checklists to make your job easy as well as some tools and in-depth guides to give you the information you need to be ready for the big game. Resources: Tips and Checklists
Resources: Tools and Guides
FIRST THINGS FIRST: PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES | top
Make sure the coach has your contact information programmed into a cell phone or somewhere handy in case of an emergency. And it’s also a good idea for parents to get trained in first aid and CPR and to keep a first aid kit at hand to mend minor scrapes. If you’re interested in more training, consider attending a free Sport Safety Clinic. Resources
PREVENTING ACUTE AND OVERUSE INJURIES: REST AND CONDITIONING | top
Acute injuries are usually the result of a single event. Common types of sport-related injuries in children are wrist fractures, tendon sprains or muscle strains. Overuse injuries are the result of repetitive strain, or “micro-trauma,” to the tendons, bones, and joints, such as “little league elbow” and stress fractures. In addition to making sure kids get plenty of rest, there are several things you can do to avoid these injuries. Learn more with these resources. Resources
CONCUSSIONS: PREVENTION, RECOGNITION AND RESPONSE | top
If you suspect your child has had a concussion, take him/her out of the game until cleared by a physician. When in doubt, sit them out. Share our guides with the whole team so everyone can be watching out for concussions. Resources
HEAT ILLNESS: WHAT PARENTS CAN DO | top
Dehydration, a form of heat illness, is the excessive loss of fluids from the body. Dehydration not only hurts performance but can put a child at risk of a more serious heat-related illness, such as heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Children are often dehydrated before symptoms appear so it’s important for parents to encourage kids to hydrate before, during and after play. Our tip sheets tell you how often, and how much, kids need to drink to stay hydrated. Resources |
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Ask your child’s doctor to perform a full pre-participation physical evaluation (PPE) each year before the season begins. This exam can find underlying conditions your young athlete may have, and can prevent a potential medical emergency. We’ve got the form right here, under Resources.
Are you one of the 90% of parents who underestimate the amount of rest kids need from sports? Getting breaks from sports helps avoid overuse injuries, overtraining and burnout. Check out our resources to be sure your kids are getting the rest they need to keep them active and enjoying sports.
A bump, blow, or jolt to the head can cause a concussion, a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI). Concussions can also occur from a blow to the body that causes the head and brain to move rapidly back and forth. Even a “ding,” “getting your bell rung,” or what seems to be mild bump or blow to the head can be serious. About 90 percent of concussions occur without the loss of consciousness, so knowing the signs and symptoms of a concussion is crucial as a parent.
