Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
As the weather heats up, kids will be spending more time outside. Jamie Kondis, MD, talks about common springtime injuries and how to prevent them.
• Bike riding: Check your child’s bike tires for air and tighten any loose parts to prevent a crash. Helmet safety is also important. St. Louis Children’s Safety Stop program provides free helmet fittings for children.
• Scooters and skates: Always make sure your child is wearing a helmet, elbow pads, and knee pads. It’s also a good idea to review traffic safety rules with your child before they hop on their scooter or go skating.
• Young athletes: If your young athlete has an underlying medical condition such as asthma, stock up on their medications. Teach your child the importance of staying hydrated throughout the day. Finally, show them how to warm up and cool down their bodies and take breaks to prevent injuries from overuse.
When your child has a sprain, strain, jam, or minor fracture, visit one of two Orthopedic Injury Clinic locations for a same-day appointment. You’ll receive immediate care from orthopedic specialists, including on-site X-ray, splinting, and casting. We treat kids ages 5 and up.
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As the weather heats up, kids will be spending more time outside. Jamie Kondis, MD, talks about common springtime injuries and how to prevent them.
• Bike riding: Check your child’s bike tires for air and tighten any loose parts to prevent a crash. Helmet safety is also important. St. Louis Children’s Safety Stop program provides free helmet fittings for children.
• Scooters and skates: Always make sure your child is wearing a helmet, elbow pads, and knee pads. It’s also a good idea to review traffic safety rules with your child before they hop on their scooter or go skating.
• Young athletes: If your young athlete has an underlying medical condition such as asthma, stock up on their medications. Teach your child the importance of staying hydrated throughout the day. Finally, show them how to warm up and cool down their bodies and take breaks to prevent injuries from overuse.
When your child has a sprain, strain, jam, or minor fracture, visit one of two Orthopedic Injury Clinic locations for a same-day appointment. You’ll receive immediate care from orthopedic specialists, including on-site X-ray, splinting, and casting. We treat kids ages 5 and up.
Need help finding a pediatrician? We’re here to assist. Learn more about what factors to consider when choosing a provider: stlouischildrens.org/conditions-treatments/find-a-pediatrician
Visit our website for more MomDocs tips: stlouischildrens.org/health-resources/pulse?categories%5BMom%20Docs%5D=Mom%20Docs
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/2vHvSCw
Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/stlchildrens
Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/stlchildrens
The St. Louis Children’s Hospital YouTube station is intended as a reference and information source only. If you suspect you have a health problem, you should seek immediate care with the appropriate health care professionals. The information on this website is not a substitute for professional care, and must not be used for self-diagnosis or treatment. For help finding a doctor, St. Louis Children's Hospital Answer Line may be of assistance at 314.454.KIDS (5437). The opinions expressed in these videos are those of the individual writers, not necessarily St. Louis Children's Hospital or Washington University School of Medicine. BJC HealthCare and Washington University School of Medicine assume no liability for the information contained in this website or for its use.
