Overuse Physeal Injuries in Youth Athletes

2017108 citationsReview

Authors

Amanda Arnold · University of South Carolina

Charles A. Thigpen · ATI Physical Therapy

Paul Beattie · University of South Carolina

Michael J. Kissenberth · Steadman Clinic

Abstract

Overuse physeal injuries are multifactorial in nature. Muscular imbalances after accelerated growth periods predispose young athletes to overuse injuries. Modifiable risk factors such as flexibility, strength, and training volume should be regularly monitored to prevent these injuries.

Topics & Keywords

Sports injuries and prevention Injury Epidemiology and Prevention Bone fractures and treatments

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Sports Health A Multidisciplinary Approach

Volume 9, Issue 2, pp. 139-147

DOI: 10.1177/1941738117690847

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