Athletic Shoe Recommendations: Running Shoes
List of running shoes recommendations, according to performance need, and advice on what to look for when buying athletic shoes. details...
American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine |
Childhood Sports Injuries and Their Prevention: A Guide for Parents with Ideas for Kids
This fact sheet is written to educate parents about the risks of injury to children who play sports and what to do to prevent a sport-related injury. The document discusses some of the most popular sp details...
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health |
Directory of Sports Organizations for Athletes with Disabilities
A national listing of organizations, by type of sport. This listing is intended to assist athletes with disabilities to locate qualified physiatrists. details...
American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation |
Disability Related Sites: Sports & Recreation Pages
Links to a selected list of internet websites for information about national and international recreational and athletic activities for persons who are wheelchair-bound. details...
Disabled Sports USA |
How Parents Can Encourage Girls to Play Sports
Advice and information for parents on the benefits to their adolescent daughters when they are involved in athletic activity. details...
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services |
Socks: Hosiery - Essential Equipment for the Athlete
Discussion on the role of socks in preventing injury to the athlete and in enhancing his/her performance. details...
American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine |
Sports-Related Foot Care Brochure Series
Consumer health information pamphlets discuss foot health conditions and concerns related to athletic activity, including aerobics, running, winter sports, cycling, basket ball and others. details...
American Podiatric Medical Association |