Playing sports can be fun, but they can also be dangerous if you are not careful. You can help prevent injuries by
If you have already hurt yourself playing a sport, make sure you recover completely before you start up again. If possible, protect the injured part of your body with padding, a brace or special equipment. When you do start playing again, start slowly.
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