As student-athletes return to school and fall sports, experts warn that the first few weeks of practices pose the highest risk for injuries due to summer inactivity. Orlando Health sports medicine physician John Bocinsky explains why the early weeks of fall sports are the highest risk for injuries and shares common warning signs that shouldn’t be ignored.

Preventing Injuries in Student-Athletes

According to Dr. Bocinsky, the first few weeks of fall sports are the most critical period for preventing injuries. He advises student-athletes to gradually increase their physical activity, warm up properly before practices and games, and listen to their bodies to avoid overexertion.

Original reporting: WESH Orlando — read the source article.