When you wear the right equipment it is critical to know how to use it properly. The proper equipment is a mouthguard which is a shield made of plastic used to protect teeth and gums and can help prevent concussions by absorbing shock (“How do helmets work”1). The other piece of equipment that can prevent concussions is a helmet which is a protective hat that when a player gets hit their head mushes up against a layer of foam reducing the pain. The helmet must have a perfect fit or it will either not reduce pain if it is too tight, if it is too big it will move around when the player is running. The last piece of equipment that is critical for concussion prevention is called a chinstrap which is a strap going from one side of the helmet to the that can prevent concussions, when a player gets hit his neck will not jolt back as bad as without a chin strap on.(“Concussion chin strap…
Many kids are normally subjected to overuse. This is why many injuries occur. Many children feel pressured by, and parents to not let them down. Stated in Overuse Injuries Among Young Athletes on the Rise, “Children really want to please…
It is not designed to prevent heading the ball or injuries that result from this. The goal is to involve 3,000 high school soccer players, both boys and girls, from 88 high schools across Wisconsin. Half of the teams will be assigned to a control group, and will continue to practice and compete without the protective headgear. The other half will be included in the intervention group, meaning they will wear the soft helmets whenever playing.…
Others may say that, “These sports make invaluable contributions to character development and future success of children by teaching them teamwork, discipline, self-control and triumph over adversity. These years also provide some of the most precious and long-lasting memories parents make with their children” (Maroon & Bailes, 2017). In spite of this, “Brandon Steburg Sr. is the father of Brandon Jr., who was injured on a tackle for Papillion-La Vista High School in Nebraska in September. Brandon Jr. was placed in a medically induced coma to reduce pressure on his brain” (Axon, Barnett, Brady & Smith, 2016). Although some may say that it is very important to play a sport while growing up, at some point you have to ask yourself if it’s worth it for the risk of such a dangerous injury.…
These schemas, in conjuction with the adolescents developing body, place adolescents at an even greater risk for traumatic brain injury (TBI). In addition, the article notes current guidelines and laws regarding when to allow an adolescent to return to play after suffering a TBI. Ideally, an adolescent should be withheld from play until cleared by a physician, trainer, or other medical personnel. Also, current helmet technology…
The possible injuries that could leave a child with a persistent injury from playing a game is frightening. Lingering pain and the inability to do certain types of everyday tasks could limit their choices in careers and hobbies, something that no one at that age could fully comprehend or appreciate. This concern is shared by several professional athletes, who have stated during interviews that as a parent they would not let their children play in the sports they have made a career of playing for fear of those injuries. Some athletes have even said that if they had fully understood those risks themselves when younger, they wouldn’t have started playing when they had. Statements like these, coming from people who spend years in those sports seeing and dealing with severe injuries should carry considerable weight in helping shape the future of these sports…
Young athletes are much more likely to get an injury and have concussions because they're younger and still growing. There are an estimated 20 million to 30 million children playing sports each year with more than 4 million reporting sports-related injuries. Millions of children are reporting sports-related injuries that could have long lasting effects on their young and fragile bodies. “Stress fractures, torn ligaments and tendinitis once commonly associated with adults in rigorous training now are frequent complaints of children because of high-intensity practices and competition”, Dr. Paul Stricker of La Jolla told a group gathered in San Francisco.…
This could help help a lot because the sensors would be able to give insight to where football players take the most blows to the head and there could be extra padding there. Another solution they are beginning to test is “a simple collar worn by athletes that compresses vessels in the neck to increase cranial blood volume, thereby reducing internal movement of the brain” (Cole, 2013). Helmets do not offer enough protection to the head because they aren’t fully covered especially if being hit from behind. In this…
There must be a balance of fun and safety while playing a sport; however, preserving the minds of future generations should be a top…
Youth Sports Injuries Every year in the United states there are over 30 million youth athletes participating in organized youth sports, and with this growing number of athletes comes more injuries. “It is estimated that high schoolers account for 2 million injures and children under the age of 14 account for 3.5 million injuries yearly in the United States alone. Every year high schoolers account for 300,000 head injuries of those 90% end up being concussions. Less than half of concussion are reported.” (Stop sports injuries).…
Have you ever been hurt in sports? Most youth sport injuries are caused by improper and overuse of muscles. This is putting lots of youth athletes into danger which could ruin their lives. I believe that coaches and instructors should teach youth athletes to focus on having fun, teamwork and game fundamentals. Coaches now seem to encourage youth to do anything to win.…
About 5.5 million students in America obtain sports-related injuries each year. The idea of having children play competitive sports has been put under fire for years. Parents are questioning whether the benefits of competitive sports overpower the inevitable dangers of participating. Some parents think that having their kids participate in a competitive sport is very beneficial, while other parents think a bit differently about the situation. We believe it’s clear to see that children should not play competitive sports because it causes physical and mental damage, sports can also contribute to the development of unhealthy habits in students, and the prices of the equipment and coaching can add up fast.…
The problem is that when children participate in group or individual sports, especially in competition, they can become injured when their activity levels are too intense or too excessive. The biggest contributing factor to the dramatic increase in overuse injuries in children is the emphasis on intense, repetitive and specialized training at younger and younger ages. The overuse injuries that can occur include stress fractures, tendinitis, bursitis and osteochondral injuries of the…
When a child gets injured it is really scary. When it occurs in an organized sport that is supposed to be a safety haven for an enjoyable activity then it can be a tragedy. If the proper equipment is utilized then the risk of injuries decreases and safety is improved. Children or teen-agers that get injured while playing an organized sport may benefit from rules and regulations that are designed to protect players. Many of the injuries that can occur are very dangerous, sometimes even life-threatening, and can possibly change a person’s life forever.…
They may fall, get hit or injure themselves or others. In the United States about 2.6 million emergency room visits happen every year due to children getting injured in sports (Merkel). Many children who are over-involved in extra-curricular activities suffer from anxiety and stress, which denies the opportunity for them to enjoy themselves while being active. In order for the child to not suffer from anxiety, stress and injuries, each child should have an activity tailor-made to their interest and ability. There have been many reports in the news media about “little league parents” and “hockey dads” swearing at opposing players (children) or even being violent towards game officials like referees or even other parents, by which they are providing exactly the wrong adult role models for their children…