Injury Prevention Tip Videos
Baseball: Dr. Kevan E. Ketterling
Play through the pain is no path to the big leagues. A proper warm up — including stretching, running, and easy, gradual throwing — is key to injury prevention.
Cheerleading: Dr. Laura M. Lemke
Studies on NCAA cheerleaders have shown cheerleading to be the sport with the highest rate of serious injuries per participant, especially for the “flyer.” So protect yourself.
Football and Concussions: Dr. Vishal M. Mehta
High school football boasts big games for feverish fans. But once the pep rally ends and the kickoff begins, is it dangerous? Only if you don’t tackle safety head on.
Gymnastics: Dr. Timothy S. Petsche
Compete at an age appropriate level rather than advancing at a young age. And never push through the pain.
Hockey: Dr. Eric K. Bartel
Hockey players know all about the agony of defeat…and the agony of their feet if they’ve got skates that don’t fit properly.
Lacrosse: Dr. Vishal M. Mehta
Played in the 17th century to toughen young warriors for combat, today lacrosse is rapidly becoming one of the most popular sports in America, the fastest game on two feet.
Soccer: Dr. Timothy S. Petsche
American women wowed the world with their soccer playing genius, winning the Women’s World Cup twice, and making America one of the most important nations on the soccer scene. It’s vital to balance that adrenaline rush with safety concerns.
Swimming: Dr. Laura M. Lemke
It’s hard to imagine that a sport as graceful as swimming could be injurious to your body. But swimming has its risks.