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Posted by: Ashley Minnick, MSAH, AT, ATC on Mar 20, 2026

Martial arts can help your child gain confidence, focus, and coordination while being physically active. While injuries are a possibility for any activity, being prepared can decrease those risks. 

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Performing Arts Medicine: Preventing Injuries to the Artistic Athlete
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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If the Shoe Fits: Going En Pointe
For most children who start ballet, the goal is to dance in pointe shoes (or go en pointe). Hours are spent practicing proper technique at the barre and being able to perform flawless choreography to make every performance look effortless.  But, to safely go en pointe, it takes more than just desire. 

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700 Children’s® features the most current pediatric health care information and research from our pediatric experts – physicians and specialists who have seen it all. Many of them are parents and bring a special understanding to what our patients and families experience. If you have a child – or care for a child – 700 Children’s was created especially for you.

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Back in the Saddle: Injuries in the Equestrian Athlete

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Whether you are mounted or unmounted, injuries from riding horses can range from mild to life threatening. Serious injuries can occur when a rider is thrown, trampled, kicked, or dragged and any time a rider experiences a serious injury, he or she should seek medical care immediately. Read More