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Pediatric Sports Overuse Injuries

An increasing number of children are playing recreational and organized sports. As a result, there is a rise in the number of overuse injuries seen among children and teens. Most sports and overuse injuries are due to injuries that affect the bone, muscles, ligaments or tendons.

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Providers Who Treat Sports Overuse Injuries

Departments that Treat Sports Overuse Injuries

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    Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine

    From sprains and strains to complex congenital conditions, Children’s National Hospital offers one of the most experienced pediatric orthopaedic practices in the nation with experience in treating all areas from head to toe.