Parents of children and teens who play football may worry about their bodies getting injury. Younger football players have the lowest chance of injury. Therefore, it's necessary for players to know the rules of playing football whether they are young or old. The following can be used to reduce the chance of injuries while players are still enjoying the game.
The American Academy of Pediatrics advises players and their families talk about whether the risks of injury outweighs the benefits of playing football. Football has many benefits, including regular exercise, learning to be part of a team, and social growth and development. Families who decide to play can take steps to reduce the chances of serious injury.
Play by the rules. When players know the rules of the game—what's legal and what's not—fewer injuries happen. For example, players should know that in football they can't come from behind, crash into a player's legs, and steal the ball. It's legal and safer to go after the ball rather than the player.
Wear legal equipment. Because illegal equipment leads to serious injuries of the head and neck. It's also the leading cause of severe injuries in football, but remember the protection of legal equipment doesn't depend on its quantity.
Get good training. Players should learn the right way to use a tackle (装备). Correct training could lower injury for younger players. Older players could be at a greater risk of injury if they first learn to use tackle and never learn the correct skill.
A. Take steps to lower football injury.
B. Weigh the risks and benefits.
C. The more legal equipment players wear, the less injury they will get.
D. Legal equipment can give football players important protection.
E. Players should know what to expect from each other.
F. Doing this and practicing the skills often make sure players are correctly trained.
G. As players get older, stronger and faster, the chance of injury goes up.
