Pediatrics
Monkey bars alert: Playground concussions are on the rise
Playground concussions are on the rise, according to a new government study, and monkey bars and swings are most often involved.
May 2, 2016
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Pediatrics
Summer playgrounds come with fun and random hazards
(HealthDay)—As the pandemic eases and children flock to playgrounds this summer, parents need to make sure their kids are safe, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) says.
Jun 28, 2021
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Overweight & Obesity
Investment in neighborhood parks may curb obesity rates, save costs
It may sound simple, but adding a neighborhood park or playground can lower children's obesity rates and improve their physical fitness, says new research from Ball State University. And parks might reap immediate and long-term ...
Jan 21, 2016
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Health
Park amenities differ according to income of neighborhoods
Every community in America has its share of parks. However, park amenities in certain communities can be lacking, which can be detrimental to the health of potential patrons. Now, a University of Missouri researcher has found ...
Mar 21, 2013
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Health
Low influence of playgrounds on child activity: study
Upgrading playgrounds does not appear to be sufficient to help children become more active.
Dec 21, 2011
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Autism spectrum disorders
Children with delayed motor skills struggle more socially
(Medical Xpress)—Studies have shown that children with autism often struggle socially and now new research suggests that a corresponding lack of motor skills – including catching and throwing – may further contribute ...
Jul 1, 2013
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Pediatrics
Shift needed in understanding risk in play environments
Since the 1960s, there has been a trend in the United States to eliminate the risk from play environments. Teeter-totters, merry-go-rounds and monkey bars were deemed too dangerous. Even the game "Red Rover" was taboo because ...
Oct 27, 2017
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Health
Research finds health benefits from free play
Cheap items like crates and buckets encourage children to be more active and creative than expensive play equipment, researchers have found. The findings are the result of a long-term study by RMIT University researchers ...
Mar 3, 2014
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A parent's guide to keeping kids safe on the playground
Playgrounds are fun and can provide a great opportunity for exercise and family togetherness. But did you know that youths age 17 and younger are at risk for falls at the playground? These falls can result in injuries, like ...
Sep 7, 2022
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