Resources for Young Athletes, Parents and Coaches
Our resource library explains common sports injuries in children and young athletes, helping parents and coaches understand why they occur during growth and sport. Because developing bones, muscles and joints respond differently to training than adult bodies, certain injuries can happen more easily during periods of rapid growth or increased activity. These guides help you recognise early symptoms, understand injury risk in youth sport, and support a safe recovery and return to sport.
Growth & Development
Growth and Maturation
Timing of Ossification
Why Kids Get Injured
Heel & Foot Pain
Throwing Injuries
Little Leaguer’s Shoulder
Little Leaguer’s Elbow
Are You Ready For Cricket?
Training & Recovery
Low Energy Availability
Safe Return to Sport
Safe Return to School
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Let’s Talk About: Are You Ready 4 Cricket?
Let’s Talk About: Skeletal Ossification
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Let’s Talk About: A Safe Return to Sport
Let’s Talk About: Juvenile Osteochondral Dissecans
Let’s Talk About: Growth and Maturation
Let’s Talk About: Little Leaguer's Shoulder
Let’s Talk About… A Safe Return to Sport
Let’s Talk About… Are You Ready 4 Cricket?
Let’s Talk About… Juvenile Osteochondral Dissecans
Let’s Talk About… Skeletal Ossification
Let’s Talk About… Growth and Maturation
QR Code Printable Sheet
Let’s Talk About… Little Leaguer's Shoulder
Important Information
This information is for patients who already have a diagnosis from a qualified health practitioner. The material on this website is designed to support, not replace, the relationship that exists between you and your qualified health professional.
If your symptoms are not settling, please do ask for help from one of the practitioners listed on the Kids Back 2 Sport directory or a health professional with experience in children’s conditions.