What are the most common gymnastics injuries in kids? 🤸 The most common gymnastics injuries in young athletes include ankle sprains, heel pain (such as Sever’s disease), wrist pain, stress fractures, and other overuse injuries caused by repetitive tumbling, landing, and training on growing bodies.
In this episode of The Pediatric Footcast, pediatric podiatrist Dr. Jarman sits down with Scott Barclay, former gymnast, Hall of Fame inductee, coach of the ASU men’s gymnastics team, and owner of Aspire Kids Center, to break down gymnastics injuries from both the medical and coaching side.
Why do young gymnasts get injured?
Gymnastics involves high-impact landings, repetitive movements, and year-round training, all while kids’ bones and growth plates are still developing. That combination makes overuse injuries especially common.
What are the warning signs of a gymnastics injury?
Pain that lasts after practice, limping, swelling, heel or ankle pain when landing, or a child avoiding certain skills can all be signs it’s time for an evaluation.
How can parents help prevent gymnastics injuries?
Proper rest, gradual training progressions, strength and flexibility work, and getting pain checked early can help young gymnasts stay healthy and keep doing what they love.
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