Specialized Preventive Injury Training for Young Athletes
At Metro Pediatrics, we know that growing, developing bodies experience injuries differently than adult bodies. When your child sustains a sports-related injury, you want a pediatric specialist who understands these differences and knows how to address the unique needs of a young athlete. Injury prevention is an important part of a child’s experience with sports, and they can benefit from education provided by a doctor highly trained in pediatric sports medicine.
Book a Sports Medicine Visit
Our pediatric sports medicine experts are trained in the early recognition, prevention, and treatment of sports-related injuries, so young athletes can quickly and safely return to feeling their best. We currently offer sports medicine at 3 of our locations:
- Beaverton with Dr. Murdick
- Gresham and Johnson Creek with Dr. Stockbower
Make an appointment if your child’s symptoms:
- Persist after rest and home treatment
- Affect academic or sport performance
Remember, it’s a good idea for all athletes to have a physical prior to sports participation. Our pediatricians will help make sure your child is healthy enough to get in the game with comprehensive care.
Common Conditions That Merit Sports Medicine Evaluation
Our pediatric sports medicine doctors treat various sports-related injuries, concerns, and conditions. You may get a referral from your primary care provider or call us directly for an appointment. Common conditions that merit a sports medicine evaluation include:
- Overuse injuries
- Sprains and strains
- Dislocations
- Minor fractures
- Concussions
- Sports injury prevention
In addition to treating injuries, our pediatric sports medicine team can help with almost any kind of pain or physical limitation preventing kids from enjoying sports, exercise, or physical activity.
Better Care for Child & Teen Athletes
The pediatric sports medicine specialists at Metro Pediatrics have the knowledge, skills, and experience to diagnose and deliver care to children and teens. They have completed an additional fellowship in sports medicine and obtained a Certificate of Added Qualification in Sports Medicine (CAQSM) through the American Board of Family Medicine in conjunction with the American Board of Pediatrics. Dual board-certified in pediatrics and pediatric sports medicine, these providers are an excellent choice for families with high-level athletes, future players, and physically active kids.
Sports Diversification
Intense training, competition, and pressure to succeed in one sport can be harmful to children, both physically and emotionally. Our pediatricians recommend a healthy balance of activities for children and teens. This helps them develop a wide range of skills, encourages them to try new things, fosters friendships among different groups of kids, and prevents overuse injuries and burnout.
Also, never underestimate the importance of rest! Athletes need downtime to recover their bodies and minds, too.
Contact Us if Your Child is Injured
Diagnosing an Injury at Metro Pediatrics
If you suspect your child has a physical injury, please call us for a same-day appointment. We’ll assess the injury and offer treatment options. Metro Pediatrics offers bedside diagnostic ultrasound to evaluate certain soft tissue and ligament tears, and we provide bracing and splinting to help heal sprains, strains, and minor fractures. If your child needs more specialized care, we can coordinate a referral to a local imaging or orthopedic center.
Concussions in Children
A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that can affect brain function. Concussions can result from playing any sport but happen more often during contact sports like football, soccer, or lacrosse. There is also a risk of concussion from other activities, such as riding a bike or skateboarding. Any time an individual sustains a blow to the head, a concussion could develop.
