The risk of sports injuries for a student athlete is something that cannot be denied. Statistics reveal that 90% of student athletes report some sort of sports-related injury. 54% of student athletes report they have played while injured. 37% of high school athletes say they have experienced sprains. 12% report they have sustained concussions and head injuries from their time on the field. In 2012 alone, 163,670 middle school or high school athletes were reported being seen in the emergency room for a concussion. But sports injuries aren’t the only thing that a student athlete needs to be aware of. Between 2008 and 2015, more than 300 sports-related deaths of young athletes occurred in America alone. We share these statistics not to scare you or discourage your passionate participation in sports. We share them so you can be a part of reversing this trend.
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ATSNJ Survey Results for NJSIAA COVID-19 Athletics Summer Recess Period Released
Now available: Survey results of 152 licensed athletic trainers employed at New Jersey Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) member schools.
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How to Overcome Anxiety During Your Sports Injury Recovery
When sports result in a serious injury, athletes not only need to heal physically, but they often
2018 ATSNJ Award Winners Announced
Congratulations to this year's ATSNJ award winners. Find out who the 2018 winners are.
Governor Murphy Signs Athlete Safety Bills
“By enacting these measures today, we are making sure that student-athletes have the resources and protections to enjoy school sports programs safely,” said Governor Murphy.
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