Daniel Picarella, MS, LAT, ATC, CES Athletic Trainer, UPMC Sports Medicine
Monday, August 14, 2023
As parents, it’s imperative that you play an active role in your child’s health and wellness in a positive way, especially when it comes to sports. In today’s youth sports culture, where the focus is on getting better, stronger, and faster to play at higher levels, it’s easy to lose sight of what’s best for your student-athlete. Competition is fierce and finding the right balance for helping young athletes play at peak performance, while keeping their bodies and minds healthy and strong, is a challenge. This health column tells readers about the concerns of overusing muscles and what to do if your student-athlete becomes injured.
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