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Returning to baseball or softball after an injury

Enrolling your young athlete in an off-season or preseason exercise routine or an arm-care program can help. ...

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What to know about hand and wrist injuries

If you see an obvious break or blood, take your child to the emergency department for more immediate care. ...

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Reducing the risk of pitching elbow injuries in youth baseball

Here are a few key points to help youth athletes and their parents understand what can increase an athlete's risk ...

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Common running mistakes young athletes make — and how to correct them

If your child is having problems with recurring running injury, be sure to see your doctor for an assessment. October ...

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St. Louis Children's Ranked No. 1 in Pediatrics in St. Louis by U.S. News and World Report

U.S. News & World Report has again ranked St. Louis Children’s Hospital and its physician partners at Washington University School ...

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How can playgrounds help with a child’s development?

Here are some helpful tips from a pediatric physical therapist on using various play equipment to stimulate your child's development. ...

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How to choose the right running shoes for your child

A physical therapist at St. Louis Children’s Hospital gives two recommendations on what to look for in running shoes. ...

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Keep your cheerleader safe with these three steps

Even with safety improvements, "typical" cheerleading injuries can still occur. ...

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How to prevent running injuries

If you feel that your child is struggling with running injuries, be sure to talk to with their doctor. ...

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How much water does my child need?

Hydration is especially important for kids to help support things like normal development and cognition. ...