Maturity Assessment: A Viable Preventive Measure against Physical and Psychological Insult to the Young Athlete?
This review discusses the value of physical maturity assessment as a way to reduce the risk of physical injury and psychological insult to young athletes. Maturity assessments should be included in preparticipation health examinations and the information used by schools and community organizations....
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Published in | Physician and Sportsmedicine Vol. 15; no. 3; p. 67 |
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Main Authors | , |
Format | Journal Article |
Language | English |
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1987
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Summary: | This review discusses the value of physical maturity assessment as a way to reduce the risk of physical injury and psychological insult to young athletes. Maturity assessments should be included in preparticipation health examinations and the information used by schools and community organizations. (Author/MT) |
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