Maharam tells WebMD that many sports injuries, such as broken bones, dislocated joints, and torn ligaments, can be prevented through proper conditioning. That's why coaches need the support of certified athletic trainers. Maharam adds that protective headgear is essential in both team sports and recreation. And even though a good helmet is expensive, it costs a whole lot less than a head injury. The same principle also applies with elbow, wrist, and knee pads.
Doctors say fluid intake helps prevent heat illness, particularly during the summer months.
One in three kids is injured while participating in team sports, and more than half of these injuries can be prevented. Muscle conditioning helps prevent broken bones, dislocated joints, and torn ligaments. Practice and competitions should always begin with warm-up and stretching exercises. In preventing head injury, helmets are just as important for in-line skaters and cyclists as they are for football players. Fluid intake helps prevent heat illness, particularly during the summertime.