Sports are an important part of being a kid. Many teams are available for kids, both in and out of school. Sports participation provides an ample number of benefits to both children and parents, as it teaches children team-building skills, builds self-esteem, keeps them fit and active, and allows them to bloom into wonderful social beings as they have fun participating in an activity they love to enjoy.
However, sports are also dangerous. In 2013, more than 1.9 million children were seen by a doctor due to an injury sustained while playing a sport. Minimizing sports injuries is something that any parent can –and should –do to help protect their child as they play in their favorite sporting activity.
1. Eye Protection.
Glasses and goggles are the two most commonly used forms of eye protection, worn by children participating in sports such as tennis, football, and hockey. While there are several different types of eye glass available, poly-carbonate eyeglasses provide the best protection against injuries to the eyes. It is the only material that has been tested for use in sporting activities.
2. Mouth Guards.
The use of mouth guards is recommended for children to protect the teeth, the tongue, and the mouth when playing in contact sports such as volleyball, martial arts, and basketball. A dentist can create a mouth guard custom-fitted to your child’s mouth, however, average size guards are sold at many sports stores.
3. Helmet Use.
The use of a helmet is important when playing most sports, including baseball, football, softball, and wrestling. Helmets help protect the skull and the brain from injury and serious damage. A number of different helmets are available. Many of these helmets are designed for use by players in a specific sport, so do keep this in mind when making your selection.
Additionally, choosing a helmet that meets or exceeds the standards set forth by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is desirable.
4. Padding.
Padding for the elbows, knees and wrists are available. The guards can prevent strains and sprains, as well as serious bruises and pain from falls to the ground. Children participating in any sport can benefit from the use of padding. A sports cup is an additional form of padding for boys to keep their private areas protected during contact sports.
5. Be a Fair Sport.
You play to win the game and anything less is very disappointing to most, regardless of the sport. However, teaching your child that it is okay to lose the game sometimes as well as how to play fairly with his teammates is an important part of playing sports. Along with enhancing the experience enjoyed while playing sports, teaching your child how to play fairly can reduce injury and accident during the game.
Children whom are upset, anxious, or angry while playing a sport are more likely to cause an injury, even without trying. By avoiding the build-up of the frustration and playing fairly, everyone enjoys a safe and fun game without injuries included.
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