The research will determine what age these injuries begin to form and what preventative measures can be taken to avoid long-term damage. Dr. Philippon has treated several professional hockey players with femoroacetabular impingement, which can lead to arthritis.
Dr. Philippon believes hockey players should begin screening for hip injuries between the ages of 10 and 12 because injuries are common among high school hockey players. He advises physicians take MRIs and perform exams on the athletes to test skating strides and hip strength.
Read the Real Vail story about hip injuries in youth hockey players.
Read other coverage on youth sporting injuries:
– 10 Stories for Team Physicians About Concussion Awareness
– Wisconsin High School Football Players Participate in Ankle Brace Study
– Traumatic Brain Injury Among Youth Basketball Players Increases
