Key words: Brain Injury, Physical Activity, Adolescence An estimated 1.1 to 1.9 million sports- and recreation-related concussions occur each year in children and adolescents in the United States (1). Diagnosis, prognosis, and rehabilitation for concussion have progressed substantially over the past two decades (2). Despite this, patients, families, and clinicians are often left with one […]
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Banning heading in youth football – what is the evidence?
Exploring the rationale behind the heading ban in children and adolescent football in the UK In July 2022, the English FA announced a trial for banning the act of heading in matches for the age groups under-12 and below for the 2022-23 season (1). This has since been extended to the 2023-24 season, in an […]
When to be concerned about finger pain in an adolescent climber
Introduction Climbing is a popular physical activity and Olympic sport. The intense training undertaken by adolescent climbers can result in the development of primary periphyseal stress injuries (PPSI) of the fingers. Such injuries need to be identified early and managed appropriately to facilitate a timely return to sport and prevent potentially serious negative consequences (1). […]