Children are generally fragile and recreational activities makes them more susceptible to injuries. Some sports are more prone to injuries than others, but that does not mean children should not get treatment when injured while participating in any activity. Over 3.5 million children are injured each year participating in sports. Many injuries happen due to falls, collisions, … [Read more...]
Playground Safety
Children love visiting the playground and it provides an opportunity to have fun while exercising. Unfortunately not all playgrounds are safe, making it important to discuss playground safety with your children. It is important to teach children ways to prevent playground injuries. If you are with your child, checking equipment is important but teaching children to check … [Read more...]
Augmented Reality Game Risks
In the summer of 2016, the mobile game Pokémon Go launched where players "catch" Pokémon by walking around outside on their phone. This summer, the creators of Pokémon Go released a similar augmented reality game where players have tasks to complete themed in a Harry Potter environment. The game developers made significant changes since the first release of Pokémon Go, but the games … [Read more...]
Water Park Safety
Summer is perfect for taking the kids out to a water park and is a fun vacation activity. They are an accessible form of entertainment, even in Alaska. Both indoor and outdoor water parks give kids a chance to relax and cool down, but they can also be a source of injury. Water parks often have rides, wave pools and other attractions that can break, malfunction or otherwise lead to … [Read more...]
Safe Playgrounds
You love it when your child says that he or she wants to play outside. With so many digital distractions, knowing that your child wants to connect with other children and nature is relieving. However, you're not very happy with how the park and playgrounds in your area are maintained. You've written to the city to ask for improvements, and you were informed that more maintenance would … [Read more...]
Trampoline Safety
Kids love trampolines, but they are one of the most common causes of childhood injuries. Thousands of trampoline related injuries are reported yearly. There are however things parents can do to limit injures. Reduce Risks When your child is on a trampoline, provide adult supervision while the child is jumping. Allow one person to jump at a time, having children take turns. Watch … [Read more...]
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