Shoulder Throwing injuries
How Do Shoulder-Throwing Injuries Occur? Whether you’re a professional competitor or playing in the Little Leagues, in throwing athletes, stress on the shoulder is a major concern. Many youth sports activities challenge the stability of the shoulders through repetitive overhand activity. While overuse injuries are most common in baseball and softball, swimmers, gymnasts, tennis, volleyball […]
Elbow Fractures
How An Elbow Fracture Occurs One of the most common fractures that require surgery in the pediatric population is an elbow fracture. In fact, elbow fractures comprise up to 10% of all fractures in kids. An elbow fracture occurs when a child falls and hits the elbow directly or lands on an outstretched arm – causing […]
What to Expect When Your Cast Comes Off
What Is The Process of Having a Cast Removed? One of the most frequent questions that a child has when a cast is applied is, “When can this come off?”. Cast removal day can bring much anticipation, excitement, and often, a sense of nervousness. Every child’s expectations are different. Here are some key points to […]
