Back to School Guide

Back to school can be stressful.

This checklist will help you navigate the back-to-school prep by breaking down your to-do list; make sure your child is up-to-date on immunizations and sports physicals; and equip them with what they need to succeed! You can do this!

Back to school, also means back to sports!

• Stay Hydrated. Many injuries occur when fatigue sets in from dehydration. Drink plenty of water before, during and after physical activity.
• Recognize injury and get help early. Injuries occur when repetitive actions put too much stress on the body and start to cause pain. Watch for symptoms like sore/swollen joints, shoulder pain, tight lower back or pain from physical activity. These symptoms can worsen over time if not taken care of properly. Call the team at AMG Sibley for guidance at 712-754-3658.
• Wear Proper Footwear. There’s a proper shoe for every sport! Making sure your child’s shoe fits properly, is comfortable, and has enough support to avoid injury.
• Rest and Recover Every athlete needs time to recover after the big game or an exceptionally difficult workout. They need to take that time and not overwork themselves. If an injury occurs, schedule an appointment with your primary care provider. They may schedule physical therapy to help with recovery.

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