Citation

Krabak BJ, Snitily B, Milani CJ. Phys. Med. Rehabil. Clin. N. Am. 2016; 27(1): 179-202.

Affiliation

Rehabilitation, Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, University of Washington, 3800 Montlake Boulevard Northeast, Box 354060, Seattle, WA 98105, USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2016, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

10.1016/j.pmr.2015.08.010

PMID

26616183

Abstract

The popularity of running among young athletes has significantly increased over the past few decades. As the number of children who participate in running increases, so do the potential number of injuries to this group. Proper care of these athletes includes a thorough understanding of the unique physiology of the skeletally immature athlete and common injuries in this age group. Treatment should focus on athlete education, modification of training schedule, and correction of biomechanical deficits contributing to injury. Early identification and correction of these factors will allow a safe return to running sports.

Language: en