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Internet resources offering information for patients and parents relating to injuries (fractures and dislocations) in children [OCOSH Code: PI_PT]

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Childhood and Adolescent Sports-Related Overuse Injuries

Location: http://www.aafp.org/afp/20060315/1014.html

Youth sports participation carries an inherent risk of injury, including overuse injuries. Little leaguer's shoulder, a stress fracture of the proximal humerus that presents as lateral shoulder pain, usually is self-limited. Little leaguer's elbow is a medial stress injury; treatment consists of complete rest from throwing for four to six...
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Osteogenesis Imperfecta

Location: http://www.orthop.washington.edu/uw/osteogenesis/tabID__3376/ItemID__43/Articles/Default.aspx

Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) is a group of inherited disorders in which the most common feature is bones that break easily. OI results from an alteration either in the chemical makeup or production of collagen. Collagen is the protein "glue" that holds the body's tissues together and gives strength to bones. It... Expert
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Injury Prevention Best Practices

Location: http://depts.washington.edu/hiprc/practices/index.html

Harborview Injury Prevention and Research Center. Database of best practices for preventing childhood injuries Highly Reputable
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