Most Common Snowboarding and Skiing Injuries: How to Prepare & Prevent

Winter sports like skiing and snowboarding are exhilarating activities enjoyed by many families during the colder months. However, along with the thrills of these sports come the risks of injuries. As parents, it’s essential to be aware of the most common injuries associated with skiing and snowboarding and how to prevent them. In this blog […]

Toe and Forefoot Fractures in Adolescent Winter Athletes

Toe and forefoot (bones leading up to the toes) fractures often result from trauma or direct injury to the bone. Fractures can also develop after repetitive activity, such as running during sports and other activities, and they’re common in adolescent winter athletes. What Is A Fracture? Fractures can be “non-displaced,” where the bone is cracked […]

Identifying Ankle Injuries In Adolescents

Is It Broken or Fractured?  Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a broken vs fractured bone? You may have even heard the words “fracture” and “break” used interchangeably. This is because fracture and break mean the same thing. A fracture (aka break) occurs when an outside force is too great for a […]