Exercise Safety

• Exercise-Induced Asthma

  Many kids with asthma have symptoms only when they exercise. But with careful management, they usually can do anything their peers can do.

• Head Injuries

  Head injuries can be external or internal. Learn more about both kinds, how to prevent them, and what to do if your child is injured.

• Heat Illness

  Active kids can be at risk for heat illness, which can result in heat cramps, heat exhaustion, or heatstroke. Learn how to prevent and treat heat illness.

• How to Handle a Head Injury

  Find out what to do if your child has a head injury.

• How to Handle Heat Illness

  In hot weather, a child’s internal temperature can rise and cause heat exhaustion, which can progress to heatstroke if not treated quickly.

• How to Handle Nosebleeds

  Although they can be serious, nosebleeds are common in children ages 3 to 10 years and most stop on their own.

• How to Handle Strains & Sprains

  Here’s what to do if you think your child has pulled or torn a muscle, ligament, or tendon.

• Iliotibial Band Syndrome

  Iliotibial (IT) band syndrome is an overuse or repetitive stress injury to the knee or hip that often happens when the knee is bent a lot, like in cycling or running.

• Kids & Sports (Topic Center)

  Get tips on everything from finding the best sport for your kids to preventing and handling injuries.

• Knee Injuries

  Knee injuries are common among young athletes. Learn about causes, treatments, and prevention.