Serious adult-size injuries take a toll on young athletes

Courtesy Seattle Post-Intelligencer: Health and Fitness  Sun, 07/20/2008 - 15:05

Serious sports injuries, which in the past were suffered mostly by adults, are occurring with increasing regularity among young athletes.

The problem is: Repairs that work for adults may cause problems and hinder growth for youths.


 

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