Our Pediatric Sports Medicine team put together these videos to provide information for you.
Bone and muscle injuries can result from a direct blow or repeated stress over time. The sports medicine team at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital is experienced in diagnosing and treating injuries to the bone and muscle.
Bone & Muscle Injuries
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After a fracture, a physical therapist helps patients learn to use assistive devices, such as crutches. Once healed, outpatient physical therapy helps athletes regain mobility and safely return to play.
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Myositis Ossificans occurs when calcium deposits build up in bruised muscle, often in the thigh or upper arm. It is a hard and painful area located at the site of a bruise.
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Osteochondritis dissecans is a condition affecting the joints of children and adolescents. The surface of a joint may crack and separate from the surrounding area. The most commonly affected joints are the knee, ankle and elbow. There can be pain and swelling of the joint, and symptoms are often brought on by physical activity.
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Stress fractures are an overuse injury caused by an increase of physical stress that happens too quickly. They commonly occur in the lower part of the body and can resolve with rest. Setting incremental goals can help prevent stress fracture.
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