The Most Common Types of Softball Injuries

It’s almost that time of year again, y’ all—softball season. With this season comes the potential for sports-related injuries. Unfortunately, sporting injuries are virtually unavoidable, no matter what sport your child plays. You can’t completely prevent injuries, but familiarizing yourself with some of the most common types can prepare you for what to expect so that you can take the proper precautions to avoid them. To help y’all keep your little ones safe as they step up to the plate this season, I’ve compiled this list of some of the most common types of softball injuries to be aware of.

Shoulder Tendonitis

The stress on softball players’ shoulders from forcefully and repeatedly throwing softballs can result in shoulder injuries. One of the most common shoulder injuries softball players experience is tendonitis, a painful inflammation of the shoulder’s tendons. Shoulder tendonitis is especially common in pitchers. To help prevent shoulder injuries, ensure your kid warms up properly, practices age-appropriate pitching, and doesn’t pitch on multiple teams with overlapping seasons. In case of an injury, knowing how to make a DIY shoulder sling can be beneficial for immediate care.

Ankle Sprains

Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries in any sport, including softball. Sprains typically occur when players slide into a base or quickly stop and start as they run between bases. To avoid this injury, make sure to train your child on proper sliding techniques.

Wrist and Hand Injuries

Due to the repetitive throwing motions, softball players commonly experience wrist and hand injuries. These injuries may include wrist sprains, finger fractures, or wrist tendonitis. As with many injuries, properly warming up is essential for prevention. Rotating positions, resting during the off-season, and avoiding pitching through the pain can also help.

Knee Injuries

Sudden changes in direction or sharp stopping and starting when a player runs the bases can also lead to knee injuries. These may include a torn meniscus, knee tendonitis, and patellar dislocation. To avoid such injuries, make sure your child adheres to proper rest periods, stretches regularly before and after practices, and does strengthening exercises for the muscles around their hips and knees.

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