The 7 Most Dangerous Kids' Sports in America, by SixWise.com

Learn the seven popular youth sports that cause the most injuries per year, and how parents and kids can help to avoid the risks.

(PRWEB) January 19, 2005 -- Along with the many physical, mental and emotional benefits of youth sports comes the potential risk for injury. Some 20 percent of children participating in sports activities are, in fact, injured at some point - and one out of four of these injuries is considered serious.

Knowing how to reduce your child's risk of injury is the first step to ensure that he or she has a positive sports experience. That is why www.SixWise.com has compiled the list of the seven most dangerous popular kids' sports and the key tips to keep your children safe while they play --
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Here are the top youth sports with the most injuries versus total participation:
1. Football - 13.8%
2. Mountain biking - 7.7%
3. Basketball - 6.0%
4. Soccer - 3.5%
5. Skateboarding - 2.7%
6. Baseball - 2.6%
7. Softball - 2.3%

To view this information including sources in full and www.SixWise.coms recommended tips to keep kids safe in each of these sports, please see http://www.sixwise.com/index.asp?PageAction=Custom&ID=71.

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