Race Day Is Just the Beginning
When young athletes hit a hurdle, we're ready to help. See a Children’s Hospital of Michigan sports medicine specialist within 48 hours.
At Children’s Hospital of Michigan, we are dedicated to helping Detroit’s youngest athletes cross the finish line as safely and healthy as possible. As your child gears up for race day, remember our tips to help protect against sports injuries:
- Get in gear: Kids’ feet grow quickly! Ensure your child’s running shoes fit properly ahead of race day.
- Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate: Encourage hydration before, during and after the race.
- Stretch it out: Before the buzzer sounds, help your child get into running mode by stretching their muscles.
For the orthopedic and sports medicine specialists at Children’s Hospital of Michigan, treating kids isn’t part of what we do – it’s everything we do. If an injury sidelines your young athlete, know that our team can see your child within 48 hours.
Call to book an appointment today: 313-745-5227
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