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Safe & Strong: Orthopaedic Injury Prevention for Kids

Posted on 07-10-2025 in Female Athletes, Youth Injury Prevention, Youth Sports, Injury Prevention, Sports Injury & Injury Care by Dr. Sonya Ahmed, Dr. Christopher Bookout, Dr. Alex Coleman, Dr. Joshua Hackel, Dr. Steven Kronlage, Dr. Matthew Mai, Dr. Erik Nilssen, Dr. Chris O'Grady, Dr. Roger Ostrander, Dr. James Piorkowski, Dr. Ryan Riggs, Dr. Brett Smith

At North Florida Bone & Joint Specialists, we believe that when kids move safely, they grow confidently. Whether your child is an aspiring athlete, a weekend explorer, or enjoys the freedom of active play, preventing injury is key to protecting their developing bones and joints.

Our team of orthopaedic and sports medicine experts has curated a collection of blog posts specifically designed to help families, coaches, and young athletes understand how to avoid common injuries and what to do when one occurs. These timely resources cover a range of topics, from seasonal sports risks to the evolving needs of young female athletes.

Explore our Youth Injury Prevention Blog Series to find helpful information, including:

We invite you to browse the full Youth Injury Prevention Blog Series and share these resources with your community to help promote safer activity for children of all ages.

If your child is experiencing pain or limited mobility, we’re here to help. Request a visit using our online appointment form or call one of our offices directly. Need non-emergency orthopaedic support after hours, on weekends, or on holidays? Visit our Urgent Care page to learn more about our partnership with the Hurt app and desktop service that’s available whenever you need access to care for acute orthopaedic injuries.

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