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Spinal Tap (Lumbar Puncture) for Children

A spinal tap (lumbar puncture) is a test that checks the health of the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). CSF is a fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. The test also measures the pressure in the spinal canal.

Splinters

A splinter is a sharp sliver of wood, glass, or other debris that is lodged underneath the skin. Removal of small, superficial splinters can usually be done at home. Read on to learn how.

Sports and Children with Special Needs

Children with special needs are sometimes not encouraged to exercise, because their parents or guardians fear they'll be injured. But physical activity is as important for children with special needs as it is for any child.

Sports Injuries and Children

Detailed information on sports injuries in children, including overuse injuries, sprains, strains, and heat-related illnesses

Sports Safety for Children

Because they are still growing, children are more susceptible to sports injuries. Half of those injuries could be prevented with proper safety gear, safer playing environments, and established safety rules.

Sports Safety for Teens

Detailed information on sports safety

Sports Safety—Identifying High-Risk Situations

Playing sports has many benefits for a child. But the correct safety measures need to be taken. Read on to learn more.

Sprains and Strains in Children

Sprains and strains are types of injuries. A sprain is an injury to a ligament while a strain is an injury to a muscle or tendon.

Stages of Play

Children go through distinct stages of play as they grow. Each stage is critically important to the development of the next.

Stomach and Duodenal Ulcers in Children

Read on for details about stomach and duodenal ulcers in children. Learn about causes, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Storing Your Breastmilk

A helpful look at practical and health considerations when storing your breastmilk.

Stress Fractures in Young Athletes

Stress fractures happen when muscles are too tired to take on the impact of exercise, and the bones absorb the added stress. When those bones become too strained, they develop a tiny break known as a stress fracture.