Sports Medicine
The Sports Medicine Program at Children’s is one of the few programs in the country dedicated to the care of young athletes.
The program staff consists of physical therapists, certified athletic trainers, strength and conditioning specialists, and pediatric-trained physicians who provide individualized assessments based on the maturity, skill level and performance goals of elite, high school and middle school athletes.
Sports Tips
Dr. David Marshall's Tip
Soccer is a sport of speed and agility. Players must get their muscles, joints and cardiovascular systems used to lots of sprinting, frequent changes in direction, jumping and frequent blows from the soccer ball. Players also want to hone their ability to sweep the ball downfield, pass it across to their teammate or fire it into the goal. Conditioning is a very important step in staying injury free. Following a few basics can keep players limber and in top shape for this demanding sport.