Citation

Koutures CG, Gregory AJ. Pediatrics 2010; 125(2): 410-414.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2010, American Academy of Pediatrics)

DOI

10.1542/peds.2009-3009

PMID

20100755

Abstract

Injury rates in youth soccer, known as football outside the United States, are higher than in many other contact/collision sports and have greater relative numbers in younger, preadolescent players. With regard to musculoskeletal injuries, young females tend to suffer more knee injuries, and young males suffer more ankle injuries. Concussions are fairly prevalent in soccer as a result of contact/collision rather than purposeful attempts at heading the ball. Appropriate rule enforcement and emphasis on safe play can reduce the risk of soccer-related injuries. This report serves as a basis for encouraging safe participation in soccer for children and adolescents.

Language: en