YMCA
Connecting Youth, Sports and Wellness
Scottish Rite for Children is a world renowned pediatric orthopedic hospital, ranked no. 1 in Texas and no. 2 in the nation for pediatric orthopedic car according to US News and World Report. We specialize in the treatment of conditions such as scoliosis, hip disorders, club foot, sports injuries and fractures, and much more.
 Our mission of giving children back their childhood and YMCA’s mission on building healthy spirit, mind, and body for all is a natural fit for partnership. Together our missions create a powerful synergy that significantly impacts the lives of children and their families throughout our communities.Â
As we look to the future, we are filled with optimism and enthusiasm for what we can achieve together.Â
Click here for the press release.
Soccer
When should I be concerned about a knee injury?
Soccer and basketball are contact sports and they have inherent risks of injury from collisions and falls. Knee injuries that are preventable are called non-contact injuries. These occur during common motions such as landing from a jump, sudden stopping and quick changes in direction. We commonly take care of preventable knee injuries in athletes as young as seven.
Preventing ACL Tears in Youth Sports
An ACL tear may seem unlikely for young players, but Scottish Rite for Children’s sports medicine team takes care of athletes as young as 7 with these types of game-changing injuries. Our experts provide strategies for coaches, parents and athletes to reduce injury risk in sports. Learn how we are helping athletes protect their ACLs here.
Basketball
Jammed Finger? Early Treatment Can Improve Outcomes
When an injury occurs to a young athlete’s bones, ligaments and muscles in their hand, an evaluation is needed. A properly treated hand injury will most likely heal without complications. In basketball, fingers are at an increased risk of injury due to a variety of causes. Click here to learn more about recognizing and treating hand injuries. Some children may snag their finger on a jersey, or others may hang on the rim. Scottish Rite for Children shares expert insights about injuries often brushed off as a “jammed finger.”
Jammed Finger Early Treatment Can Improve Outcomes
Warm-Up Tips to Get Your Team Prepared
A foundational lesson you can teach young athletes at any age is to prepare their body for sport. A sport-specific dynamic warm-up consists of movements that combine general principals and key elements of that sport:
- Mobility for joints and soft tissues that are at risk of injury
- Muscle activation for stabilizing muscles
- General warm up to get ready to play
Take a few minutes to watch this video that walks you through a dynamic warm-up for young athletes. As the season goes on, add an exercise so that by the end of your season your team looks NBA-ready! Dynamic Warm-Up for Youth Basketball – YouTube
Learn more about YMCA Basketball>>
Tips for Growing Minds & Bodies
Key Steps to Protect Young Athletes’ Heart Health
As we celebrate heart health this February, it’s crucial to prioritize young athletes’ cardiac well-being. Shane M. Miller M.D. of Scottish Rite for Children shares three key ways families and coaches can ensure a safe environment. Encourage reporting symptoms, understand potential risks from family cardiac history, and prepare emergency plans with AED knowledge. By promoting athletes’ health and having an emergency plan, parents and coaches can support young athletes on and off the field. Learn more about these essential tips to protect young hearts.
Scottish Rite for Children’s Center for Dyslexia is internationally recognized in the field of learning disorders. Through early diagnosis and intervention methods, children can learn to read and write and reach their potential. Learn more about our dyslexia services including evaluations and interventions.