Patient Education Information

Physical Activity Center - FamilyDoctor also offers advice on a number of sports injury and fitness topics here.

AAOS On-line - Created by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, this web site contains fact sheets on dozens of sports injuries and fact sheets on ways to stay healthy in sports.

What Are Sports Injuries? - The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) has created this fact sheet.

Common Causes of Pitching Arm Injuries - Read up on the various ways you can injure your arm in baseball.

Dealing With Sports Injuries - KidsHealth has created this information for teens.

Dehydration and Sports - The Mayo Clinic reveals that children are in more danger than adults, but this is good information for everyone.

Orthopedic FAQs - This indepth information comes from the Southern California Orthopedic Institute.

Pre-Participation Physical Exams - Find out why these are important.

Return to Play - When is it safe to return to play? Read more here.

Sports Injuries - The government has released this booklet about sports injuries for use by athletes at all levels.

Sports Related Foot Health - The American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine covers the different sports that potentially could injure the foot and ankle, as well as a group of specific sports injuries.

Tips to Prevent Sports Injuries - The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons offers these tips:
Safe Running Program
Prevent Basketball Injuries
Prevent Golf Injuries
Prevent Gymnastic Injuries
Prevent Horseback Riding Injuries
Prevent Inline Skating Injuries
Prevent Scooter-Related Injuries
Prevent Soccer Injuries
Prevent Swimming Injuries
Prevent Volleyball Injuries
Prevent Yoga Injuries