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Whether you’re a serious, competitive athlete or playing sports for fun, learning how to play without pain can save you from long-lasting injuries and long recoveries.

Especially for young patients whose bones are still growing, preventing injuries can go a long way in avoiding painful accidents, overuse injuries, and surgery. See more from the Sports Medicine Division.

Watch: Is my child too focused on just one sport?

In this episode of Boston Children’s Parentcast, host Dr. Jennifer Arnold is joined by a specialist from our Sports Medicine Division to explore sports specialization. Many young athletes and their families believe that focusing on a single sport will give them a competitive edge, but that’s not always the case. Watch to learn why.

More information about sports injuries

Fueling for Performance

Staying Mentally Fit

Female Athlete Health Guides

To help female athletes stay at the top of their game, we have created a suite of educational guides on some of the issues we see most often.

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