Why is pediatric sports medicine so important for teens?
No matter how many touchdowns your players may score, or passes they intercept, teen athletes have different needs than adult athletes. Their bodies – including bones, joints and muscles that are still growing – require a level of specialized care that only a pediatric team can provide. For example, some factors unique to teens include:
Growth plates are still open in teens.
Teens experience different kinds of injuries.
Teens are different emotionally and may need to be motivated differently than adults.
Teens may allow themselves to be defined by their sports.
Teens are under pressure to perform.
Teens may feel better quickly but need thorough evaluation before returning to sports.
Our Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Program team only treats teens and kids and is the only nationally ranked program for teens in Georgia. We understand how to get teens safely back in the game, prevent long term injury, and help them reach goals in their sport for years to come.
This content is general information and is not specific medical advice. Always consult with a doctor or healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns about the health of a child. In case of an urgent concern or emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department right away.
