James Andrews, MD, of Gulf Breeze, Fla.-based Andrews Institute for Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, released a series of steps young athletes should use as they return to sports.
Dr. Andrews recommends young athletes ramp up slowly to performing activities to prevent injuries.
He created a series of steps for young athletes to follow:
- Be aware of your body
- Slowly acclimate to heat
- Maintain daily habits
- Complete a physical examination
- Gradually progress weight training and plyometric activities
- Practice proper hygiene and infection-prevention strategies
Dr. Andrews said, "While many athletes stayed active during the quarantine period, it will take time to achieve prior levels of athletic conditioning needed for participation in sport."
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