Lower Extremity Sports Injuries: Strategies for Prevention and Treatment


This session will provide crucial insights surrounding the often overlooked yet prevalent realm of youth sports injuries. With up to 40% of young athletes experiencing sports-related injuries, the statistics are alarming, particularly among children aged 5-14, who exhibit the highest athletic injury rates. Among these injuries, lower extremity ailments are most common, with overuse injuries representing a significant portion. With millions of healthcare visits attributed to adolescent sports injuries annually, it's evident that this issue demands our attention. This session will explore the etiology and best-practice management of prevalent youth complaints, including Patellofemoral Pain syndrome, Osgood-Schlatter, Shin Splints, and Sever's disease. Join Dr. Steele as he equips you with invaluable skills to enhance your treatment toolbox and effectively address the challenges of youth sports injuries.

This session is sponsored by ChiroUP.