April 26, 2012: Preventable Injuries Sideline One-Third of Young Athletes
Survey of parents, kids, coaches finds knowledge gaps about sports safety

April 18, 2012: College Athletes in Low-Contact Sports Have More Overuse Injuries
Study found women who play field hockey, soccer, volleyball, softball at most risk

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

February 10, 2012: Health Tip: A Sprain in the Neck
Here are possible symptoms

December 30, 2011: Tips to Keep Winter Sports Injury-Free
Slipping and sliding on skis and skates is fun, but can be hazardous, experts say

October 31, 2011: Health Tip: Ice a Sprained Ankle
Here's how to do it

August 17, 2011: Sprained Ankles Straining ER Resources, Study Finds
Researchers argue for other approaches to treatment, such as emergency doctor visits

July 08, 2011: Ankle Braces May Protect Young Basketball Players
Study found they reduced the number of sprains and fractures high school athletes suffer

June 06, 2011: Health Tip: Have You Sprained Your Wrist?
Here are classic symptoms

January 30, 2011: Running-Related Injuries on the Rise in U.S. Kids: Study
Formal guidelines needed to help adults teach children the proper way to run, expert suggests

October 22, 2010: 1 in 10 Child Athletes Injured, Experts Say
Here's how parents can help curb the trend

September 09, 2010: 10% of 2010 Winter Olympians Suffered Injuries
Bobsledding, ice hockey, alpine freestyle skiing proved among most dangerous sports, study says

June 22, 2010: Soccer Safety Not Just for the Pros
Even amateurs need to prepare before playing to avoid injury, experts say

May 07, 2010: Ankle Braces May Protect Girl Volleyball Players
Device most effective for those who haven't had previous sprain, study says

April 04, 2010: Weight Training-Related Injuries on the Rise
Most injuries occur when using free weights, not machines, study finds

March 10, 2010: Jump in Kids' Sports Injuries Due to Overuse
Awareness can slow this 'silent epidemic,' prevent long-term problems, expert says

February 15, 2010: Elevators Can Bring Injury to Seniors
Researcher urges installation of bigger buttons to stop closing doors

February 11, 2010: Fitness a Factor in Snow Shoveling Injuries
Some people just aren't in good enough shape to do it themselves, expert warns

January 05, 2010: Health Tip: Caring for an Ankle Sprain
Use RICE (rest, ice, compression and elevation)

November 21, 2009: Stunts Raise Injury Risks for Cheerleaders
Type of flooring, greater heights increase potential for trauma, study finds

November 08, 2009: Rx for Fall Foot Injuries
Ignoring pain now can take you out of the game later, doctors say

September 27, 2009: Autumn Chores Often Hazardous
Take precautions to avoid falls, strains and sprains, experts say

September 24, 2009: Bad Economy Really Hurts Some Folks
Many Americans blame acute aches and pains on the recession, survey finds

July 10, 2009: Strength Testing Could Reduce Pitching Injuries
Identifying shoulder weakness, preseason training could prevent damage during play, study finds

May 30, 2009: When It Comes to Lifting, the Pros Have Your Back
Techniques used by professional movers can help reduce risk of serious injury

May 02, 2009: Obese Children More Likely to Suffer Lower Body Injuries
Stress on muscle, bone behind severity of damage, longer recovery, study finds

April 12, 2009: A Winning Strategy to Beat Spring Sporting Injuries
Podiatrists suggest proper shoes, warm-up routine can prevent most common foot and ankle problems

February 13, 2009: Casting Seems Best for Severe Ankle Sprains
Results are better with brief immobilization than with bandage or boot, study finds

August 02, 2008: Orthopedic Surgeons Weigh in on Pool Safety
Fractures, sprains and strains result from ignoring common-sense precautions, group says

July 18, 2008: Health Tip: Caring for a Sprain
Treat the injury seriously

June 10, 2008: Health Tip: Muscle Sprains and Strains
How to prevent them

May 30, 2008: Injury Patterns Similar for 'Circus' Artists, Elite Athletes
Most injuries occurred to muscles, tendons, analysis finds