Health Tip: Use Football Safety Equipment Correctly

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The correct protective gear can help keep kids safer while they’re playing football.

The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that:

• Your child’s protective gear is well maintained and fits properly.
• Shoe laces should be properly tied, and the child’s shoes should match the playing surface.
• The football uniform and all padding should fit correctly. Don’t remove any padding.
• Shoulder pads should coordinate with user’s chest measurements.
• Pads should never move up to the neck when the arms are lifted.
• Eyebrows should be about 1 inch below the edge of the helmet, the back of the head should be covered, and the ears should fit in the center of the helmet’s ear spaces.
• Face masks should be attached and the chin strap fastened snugly to prevent any movement.
• All players should wear a mouth guard.

Source: HealthDay

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