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Protective pad

Protective pads are sport-specific coverings for body regions that may reduce some abrasions or impact forces.

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Sports equipment for children explained

Sports equipment for children explained

Start with the sport, the child, and the setting Sports equipment should be selected according to the specific activity rather than purchased as a general collection of protective items. A child playing field hockey, cycling, soccer, basketball, swimming, or contact sport faces different mechanical hazards. Equipment may need to address blunt impact, falls, friction, penetrating […]