Injury Patterns and Prevention Strategies in Youth Sports: A Sports Medicine Perspective

Abstract

The participation of youth in sports has been rapidly growing over the years and has become a multi-billion-dollar industry. Physical activity is highly important for mental development among children, however, there are also rising risks of sports-related injuries. The purpose of the article has been to analyse the common injuries which are experienced by the youth and highlight a pattern in these injuries. Multiple patterns have been seen within the study, as the injuries are seen to be more common among men than women due to their high participation in the field of sports, whereas thigh and knee-related injuries are also seen to be exceptionally common compared to other forms. A sports medicine perspective is crucial for developing strategies, and therefore, different pieces of past literature have been studied that focus on proper monitoring and interventions that can ensure the long-term well-being of the youth.