From sprains and fractures to overuse injuries, young athletes face a range of potential problems that can sideline them. Consumer Reports has some important advice for parents on how to help prevent these more common, and often avoidable, sports injuries.

From sprains and fractures to overuse injuries, young athletes face a range of potential problems that can sideline them. Consumer Reports has some important advice for parents on how to help prevent these more common, and often avoidable, sports injuries.