Basketball is a way of life for millions of American kids and teens. It's fun to play and great exercise, but basketball is also a contact sport, and injuries happen. Also, because basketball players play year-round, indoors and out, many get repetitive stress injuries like tendonitis.
To keep your kids as safe as possible, make sure they follow these tips.
Safety gear for basketball includes:
All basketball players should also wear:
To prevent injuries during training, players should:
All coaches should emphasize safe, fair play. This includes:
Reviewed by: KidsHealth Medical Experts
Date Reviewed: Sep 1, 2023
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