Read about the parts of the body most at risk for injury.
Learn how often injuries can occur.
Identify factors that can put you at increased risk for injury.
Learn about what you can do to prevent injuries.
Engaging in sport and recreational activity on a regular basis can improve your physical and mental health. Your risk of injury varies depending on the activity, but it is important to know that injuries can and sometimes do happen. Be informed and learn what you can do to prevent injuries.
Learn about common injuries, risk factors, and how to prevent injury in over 40 sports, including basketball, ice hockey, kayaking, and gymnastics.
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Neuromuscular training shows effectiveness for reducing leg injuries in athletes
Leg injuries are common for trail runners and could be target for prevention programs
The program shows effectiveness for reducing soccer injuries in children
The cost of concussion neared $386 million in professional hockey players between 2000 and 2023
The dominant shoulder and athletes with overuse of shoulder may be at-risk for injury
Leg and ligament injuries are common in female youth soccer
