Children and Sports

 

 

     Parents should encourage their children to participate in sports but never forget that competition

should be fun. Since children develop at their own rate, early training should emphasize proper

technique and basic movement skills, including warming up to loosen muscles and prevent injuries.

    Buy shoes that allow at least one finger’s width from the end of the longest toe and shop for

shoes in the afternoon when feet are slightly swollen. An all purpose sports shoe works best for

most sports.

    Podiatric physicians warn that repetitive overuse can cause inflammation and they advise parents

to promote a variety of physical activities for children. Longs hours of one sport can lead to injuries.

Western Washington Medical Group's Podiatry Department is located at 3202 Colby Avenue, Suite E, Everett, WA 98201. Dr. Boggs and Dr. Morris are both accepting new patients and you can schedule with them by calling 425-259-0855.