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April 08, 2012:
Experts Offer Advice After Yankee Pitcher's Trampoline Injury
Baseball player Joba Chamberlain one of thousands felled by trampoline mishaps annually
April 06, 2012:
Overuse Injuries Common Among Female College Athletes
Field hockey, soccer, softball and volleyball accounted for the most strains, inflammation
March 18, 2012:
Keep Youth Baseball Players Safe on the Field
Avoid overuse-related injuries of the elbows and shoulders, expert says
October 13, 2011:
Overzealous Parents, Coaches Take the Fun From Kids' Sports
The result: It might push children away from physical activity
July 28, 2011:
Coaches Can Play Big Role in How Kids Feel About Sports
Best ones foster team spirit, encourage kids to strive for personal best, study finds
June 13, 2011:
Hey, Batter: Your Sleep Habit May Affect Your Swing
Study finds night owls hit better than morning larks in night games
May 04, 2011:
Football Legend Steve Young Urges Kids, Parents to Play It Safe
Experts offer tips on how to help prevent youth sports injuries
March 27, 2011:
Hot Days Turn Pitchers Into Hot Heads
Major league pitchers more likely to 'bean' batters in retaliation during sweltering weather, study finds
February 19, 2011:
Views on Pitchers' Elbow Surgery Called 'Disturbing'
Survey finds effect of pitch counts underestimated, benefits overestimated
February 06, 2011:
Frequent Pitching Could Harm Kids' Shoulders, Elbows
They should pitch no more than 100 innings per calendar year, and some less, experts say
December 07, 2010:
Youth Sports Injuries Reaching Epidemic Levels, Experts Report
8,000 kids are treated in ERs daily, trainers' association says
December 07, 2010:
Concussion Symptoms Can Differ for Boys and Girls
Study of high school athletes shows males more often confused, while females may appear drowsy
December 06, 2010:
Kids' Team Sports Often Lacking in Exercise, Study Finds
Soccer, softball and baseball players found to be inactive for about 30 minutes per practice session
September 28, 2010:
Team Sports Pep Up Middle-School Kids
Those who participate say they feel better mentally and physically, researchers find
July 19, 2010:
Major Leaguers Seem Prone to Injuries in First Half of Season
About three-quarters occur before baseball's All-Star game, research shows
June 19, 2010:
Bump in Head Injury Numbers Linked to Summer Play
Bikes, pools, ball games main reasons for spike between 2008 and 2009, analysis finds
June 11, 2010:
Even in Non-Contact Sports, Mouth Guards Are Essential
They help keep people of all ages and all sports smiling, experts say
June 09, 2010:
Morning Larks Outperform Night Owls on the Pitcher's Mound
Study found sleep schedules can help predict Major Leaguer's performance
April 27, 2010:
Steroids Could Harm Heart's Pumping Ability
Rather than enlarged hearts in weight lifters, study finds problems contracting, relaxing
April 05, 2010:
Health Tip: Practice Baseball Safety
Don't forget the protective gear
March 12, 2010:
High-Impact Sports Might Not Harm Knee Replacements
More active patients had better joint function, study found
March 10, 2010:
Youth Baseball Injuries Becoming More Common
Stretching, rest can ease elbow, shoulder pain that plagues many young players, studies show
February 12, 2010:
Girl Softball Players Suffering More Shoulder Injuries
Too much throwing, too little conditioning may be to blame, study says
January 30, 2010:
For the Knee, Shoes and Playing Surface Matter
Study finds that cleats and natural grass make the safest combination
November 16, 2009:
Experts Urge School Screening of Athletes' Hearts
Inexpensive EKGs would reduce risk of sudden death, study finds
November 12, 2009:
Boys' Team Sports May Encourage Bad Behavior
Male high school athletes more likely to drink and fight than females, study finds
September 03, 2009:
High School Sports Put Players at Risk for Severe Injuries
More needs to be done to protect young knees, ankles and shoulders, researcher says
July 10, 2009:
Strength Testing Could Reduce Pitching Injuries
Identifying shoulder weakness, preseason training could prevent damage during play, study finds
July 06, 2009:
Team Sports Can't Compete With Films to Keep Kids From Smoking
Tobacco use in movies has pervasive influence on kids, researchers say
July 06, 2009:
Kids of Parents Who Value Exercise Are More Active
Study found parents still show a gender bias, however
May 29, 2009:
Safety Gear Helping to Strike Out Baseball Injuries
Greater use of proper equipment may lead to fewer emergency visits, research suggests
May 29, 2009:
Pitching Prowess May Start With the Pelvis
Tests involving pro players show that stability equates to success
May 23, 2009:
For Young Ballplayers, Support and Caution Are Key
Preventing injury takes practice, on and off the field, experts say
February 02, 2009:
Quick Orthopedic Repair Can Save Young Shoulders
Arthroscopic surgery for athletes greatly reduces risk of recurring injury, study says
January 26, 2009:
HS Sports Shoulder Injuries More Likely in Boys
Player-to-player contact in competition behind almost 60% of cases, study finds
October 21, 2008:
Head-First Slide a Heads-Up Play
Physicist says most baseball players reach the base faster that way
July 14, 2008:
Elbow Injuries on Rise Among Young Athletes
But surgery helps them return to prior playing level 83% of time, report shows
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