Fractures

Prevention and Treatment of Youth Sport Injuries
an Online Resource

• Soft Tissue Injuries
• Wounds
• Endurance
• Concussion
• Fractures

Fractures are a common form of injury in adolescent athletes. The two main classifications of fractures are open (break the skin) and closed (inside the skin) factures. Either are treated with immobilization of a brace or cast as administered by a physician. The trend is to use braces as opposed to casts when appropriate to allow for limited passive range of motion as opposed to the complete immobility provided from a rigid semi-permanent cast. As directed by a physician the athlete should remember to continue light activity when it is pain free to prevent the excessive buildup of unwanted scar tissue.

This tool was constructed using the expertise of certified athletic trainers, an orthopedic surgeon, and a certified teacher/web site designer. These professionals were selected for their abilities to interpret medical information and to instruct diverse populations.