Quick questions on Sports medicine for specific athletes: HSC PDHPE Sports Medicine

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What are growth plates?

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Bones grow at growth plates (epiphyseal plates). These cartilaginous areas are weaker than the surrounding bone and are vulnerable to specific injuries:

What is strength training?

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Strength training is safe and beneficial for children when properly supervised. Older "no weight training under 14" guidance is outdated. The current consensus position (NSCA, AAP):

What are overuse injuries?

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Children specialising in a single sport too early experience higher rates of overuse injuries. The American Academy of Pediatrics and Sports Medicine Australia recommend:

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