Additional Resources

These educational materials are helpful for parents, coaches, healthcare providers and athletes:

Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation  

The overarching goal in performing a pre-participation physical evaluation (PPE) is to promote the health and safety of the athlete in training and competition. The PPE provides the medical background on which physical activity decisions will be made by the individual athlete's physician or the team physician and associated medical staff.

Youth Baseball and Softball Injury Prevention Handbook  

Since its inception, youth baseball has been dedicated to not only teaching sound fundamental playing skills and good sportsmanship, but also to providing a wholesome and safe environment in which youngsters may learn and grow. The material in this handbook is organized to help coaches administer first aid and prevent injuries that may happen on the field

Pathways to a Career in Sports Medicine 

Pathways to a Career in Sports Medicine details the various paths an individual can take to become involved in sports medicine from an orthopaedic surgeon and team physician through physical therapist, athletic trainer and psychologist. The descriptions in the brochure are intended as general guidelines toward a career in sports medicine. Speaking with a guidance counselor may shed light on additional information and local resources.

Webcast: Preventing Injuries in Youth Sports  

 
This webcast from the STOP Sports Injuries Campaign features renowned sports medicine professionals, including James Andrews, MD, Peter Indelicato, MD, Christopher Harner, MD, Lyle Micheli, MD and William Levine, MD presenting injury prevention strategies for young athletes and answering questions on hot topics in youth sports safety.

Other Related Organizations  

Links to other organizations that provide helpful educational resources.