Sports Medicine at Nationwide Children's Hospital

Sports Medicine at Nationwide Children's Hospital The sports medicine leader for young athletes. Young athletes are unlike any other athletes in the world. They are growing. Early injury recognition.

They are learning how far they can push themselves. And their full athletic potential may be years in front of them. To reach that potential, they need care that meets their unique needs. They need a level of expertise found only at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Our Sports Medicine program offers something adult care providers can’t - a complete understanding of the young athlete. We know how to

help athletes prevent injuries. How to help them recover so injuries don’t reoccur. And the right way to build strength and conditioning. The program also includes a comprehensive team of specialists completely dedicated to the care and management of concussions. We work closely with parents, coaches, Athletic Trainers and primary care physicians to ensure every athlete receives age-appropriate care. Our goal is to give every athlete the opportunity to perform at the highest level. Early treatment to prevent recurring injuries. Sports Medicine at Nationwide Children’s Hospital includes a staff of doctors, athletic trainers and physical therapists. All are trained to provide age-appropriate patient care. In addition to treatment, we partner with parents and coaches to focus on injury prevention, conditioning and age-appropriate activities.

Sports and sporting events can be stressful for young athletes. Parents can make or break the sports experience. Read o...
05/29/2026

Sports and sporting events can be stressful for young athletes. Parents can make or break the sports experience. Read our article on how to be a good fan.
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Sometimes injuries are obvious. Other times they take weeks, sometimes even months, to develop, but it is the same stor...
05/28/2026

Sometimes injuries are obvious. Other times they take weeks, sometimes even months, to develop, but it is the same story: first comes the pain, then swelling. Swelling is a normal reaction of the body to an injury. Sometimes the body goes overboard and the swelling response is excessive. When this happens it can actually begin to cause more harm than good.
Read our article on the body's reaction to injury. https://bit.ly/4pmnxuy

From that very first pitch to a long throw from the outfield to home, throwing is a key part of baseball. Young athletes...
05/26/2026

From that very first pitch to a long throw from the outfield to home, throwing is a key part of baseball. Young athletes, especially those playing a high volume of games year-round can be at risk for shoulder and elbow growth plate injuries. It is no surprise that coaches and parents often have questions about these injuries and how to help prevent them. Read about some helpful tips on our latest blog post. https://bit.ly/4v87VgQ

Why should I use ice and not heat on my injury?Ice is the best way to prevent additional swelling to a new injury. Heat ...
05/25/2026

Why should I use ice and not heat on my injury?

Ice is the best way to prevent additional swelling to a new injury. Heat applied to a new injury will only increase swelling to the area and increase recovery time.

Ice should be applied directly to the area for twenty minutes and off for sixty minutes. Do not sleep with an ice bag on an injury.

To learn more tips visit the Sports Medicine Homepage. https://bit.ly/3RHq7PL

Last call! Are you a high school student curious about sports medicine or healthcare? The Student Athletic Training Work...
05/25/2026

Last call! Are you a high school student curious about sports medicine or healthcare? The Student Athletic Training Workshop offers a hands‑on introduction to athletic training and other allied health careers. Register before May 25th! https://bit.ly/3T38BTd

Rising temperatures can increase the risk of dehydration and heat-related illness. Stay hydrated, stay cool, and stay sa...
05/20/2026

Rising temperatures can increase the risk of dehydration and heat-related illness. Stay hydrated, stay cool, and stay safe! Go to the 700 Children's Blog to read more about staying safe in the heat.
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Tired of constantly battling screen time with your kids? Try shifting the focus to increasing physical activity instead....
05/19/2026

Tired of constantly battling screen time with your kids? Try shifting the focus to increasing physical activity instead. When kids stay active, screen time often decreases naturally — creating a healthier balance and a win-win for both kids and parents! Read our blog post on adding exercise.
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Warmer weather means we can get outside for all sorts of new activities. Follow these tips so you can chill out this su...
05/18/2026

Warmer weather means we can get outside for all sorts of new activities. Follow these tips so you can chill out this summer and beat the heat.
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Summer is just around the corner. It's almost time to hit the water. Make sure you don't hit the pool with a SICK scapu...
05/15/2026

Summer is just around the corner. It's almost time to hit the water. Make sure you don't hit the pool with a SICK scapula. Read our article on what a SICK scapula is and what you can do about it.
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Working on your golf swing? Make sure to improve your core strength. Visit our resources page for golf resources.https:...
05/12/2026

Working on your golf swing? Make sure to improve your core strength. Visit our resources page for golf resources.
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Patello-Femoral Pain is an overuse injury affecting the knee cap. Read our description of the condition called patellofe...
05/11/2026

Patello-Femoral Pain is an overuse injury affecting the knee cap. Read our description of the condition called patellofemoral pain.
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