AOSSM Prevention and Emergency Management of Youth Baseball and Softball Injuries
12/2/2005

Since its inception, youth baseball has been dedicated not only to teaching sound fundamental playing skills and good sportsmanship, but also to providing a wholesome and safe environment in which youngsters may learn and grow. The material in this handbook is organized to help coaches administer first aid and prevent injuries that may happen on the field. The objective of this handbook:

•Be familiar with basic sports injury terminology.
•Be aware of up-to-date techniques for preventing sports injuries.
•Be able to differentiate between mild, moderate, and severe injuries.
•Know appropriate first aid techniques for the injuries you will encounter.
•Be able to design an emergency plan for your league to use when severe injuries occur.
•Know specific techniques to determine whether an injured player is ready to practice and play again.

Now Available: The Prevention and Emergency Managament of Youth Baseball and Softball Injuries is now available in a PowerPoint format. Click here to start viewing the presentation.

The AOSSM thanks the Little League Committee for their time and expertise in the preparation of this handbook.

Source:  http://www.sportsmed.org/tabs/resources/youthbaseballdetails.aspx?DID=231