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  • Safety Tips: Basketball for Teens


    It's fun to play and great exercise, but basketball is also a contact sport, and injuries happen. To stay safe on the basketball court, follow these safety tips.

  • Preventing Children's Sports Injuries for Parents


    Participation in sports can teach kids sportsmanship and discipline. But sports also carry the potential for injury. Here's how to protect your kids.

  • Hip Pointer for Teens


    Most hip pointer injuries can be easily treated and heal in their own time. Find out what to do in this article for teens.

  • Knee Injury: Caroline's Story for Teens


    Caroline loved sports. But when an ongoing knee injury kept her from playing the sports she loved, she discovered new interests. Read her story.

  • Fitness for Kids Who Don't Like Sports for Parents


    Some kids aren't natural athletes and they may say they just don't like sports. What then?

  • Concussions: Alex's Story for Teens


    Alex plays high school football, track, basketball, and lacrosse. He's had two concussions. Here, he talks about his experience and what he learned.

  • Achilles Tendonitis for Teens


    If the tendon just above your heel becomes swollen or irritated due to overuse, it can lead to a painful condition called Achilles tendonitis. Find out how to treat it - and prevent it.

  • Sinding-Larsen-Johansson Syndrome for Teens


    This growth-related injury is more common in teens who play sports that require a lot of running or jumping. Find out why it happens - and what you can do to avoid and treat it.

  • Sports and Exercise Safety for Teens


    Playing hard doesn't have to mean getting hurt. The best way to ensure a long and injury-free athletic career is to play it safe from the start. Find out how.

  • Fitness and Your 3- to 5-Year-Old for Parents


    Take advantage of your child's natural tendency to be active. Staying fit can help improve kids' self-esteem and decrease the risk of serious illnesses later in life.