The American Academy of Pediatrics supports running and gives some helpful recommendations for families considering whether to have their children compete in longer distances, such as a 5K race or longer.
Many dancers stay quiet about pain because they’re afraid of being told to stop dancing. Discover how active rest—like modified classes, Floor-Barre, mental imagery, and smart cross training—can support healing while keeping young dancers connected to what they love.
Dance competitions demand strength, artistry, and long hours of practice—so injuries are common, especially in the feet, ankles, hips, and back. Learn what puts dancers at higher risk, why specialized care matters, and how Nationwide Children’s Performing Arts Medicine team supports injury prevention, pointe readiness, and safe, strong performances.
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It is fairly common for children to experience some pain from ages 8-16 while they are growing. Sometimes this is just pain that is of no real concern and does not limit a child’s function or activity, but in some situations, this can be more of a problem. Often times children who are more active and participate in regular sport suffer the most. Read More
PED is defined as any substance taken in non-pharmacologic doses specifically for purposes of improving sports performance. The more common ones that you hear of are anabolic steroids, testosterone, Human growth hormone, creatine, and ephedrine. Read More
Considering your child’s skill level, as well as their size when buying or fitting their bike will make cycling less scary and make riding more enjoyable. Read More
Busy schedules shouldn’t mean skipped meals or fast food. Learn how to fuel your young athlete with simple, nutritious meals and snacks, even on the go. These time-saving tips from a registered dietitian can help your child stay energized, strong, and focused. Read More
What if a daily dose of movement could help your child fight anxiety, improve sleep, and prevent chronic disease? Good news: it can! Discover how to treat exercise like medicine, with simple steps to build a personalized fitness “prescription” for your family. Read More
Young athletes train long hours for their sport. In order to optimize that training, proper nutrition needs to be a regular component of their workout plan. A car needs fuel to run properly just as people need a healthful eating plan. Read More
Is your athlete still struggling to breathe, even after using an inhaler? It might not be asthma. Learn how Vocal Cord Dysfunction (VCD) mimics asthma symptoms, how it’s diagnosed, and why speech therapy, not medication, is the key to relief. Read More
Athletes are always being reminded to hydrate and coaches are always encouraged to offer more water breaks. But the recent death of a Georgia high school football player after drinking too much fluid during practice has many raising the question: “How much is too much?” Read More
