Sports Injuries

Podcast: Balancing Training, Growth and Play

Podcast: Balancing Training, Growth and Play

Sports medicine orthopedic surgeon John E. Arvesen, M.D., was invited to share his expertise on the right way to support a young athlete without pushing too hard on the Heaven or Heisman podcast. In the episode, Arvesen discusses strength and conditioning for kids,...

A Parent’s Guide to Contact Sports for Kids

A Parent’s Guide to Contact Sports for Kids

Contact sports can be exciting for young athletes and parents alike. They also introduce an element of danger into the exercise equation.  Any time a person participates in a physical activity, there’s a risk of injury. However, engaging in contact sports magnifies...