Are trampolines bad for children's joints ?
91709
The risk of injury is disproportionately high.  I saw an interview with an Olympic gymnast in the new trampoline class and she said she would never buy a backyard trampoline for her kids.
30125
stretches and a form of arobics would be perfect for him, but dont expect him to follow a strict regiment, he's 4, he's wild, he gets all the excerize he "needs". but one thing, do not start him on weights, my son, now 14, has fractures in both legs from bench pressing 2 years ago. a childs bones are still soft and the joints are not finished developing until they are about 18, thus,"not grown till 18 or 21" if he wants "wieghts" like mommy and daddy, there are some "water weights" on the market, these are designed for children, have fun
641986
It improves not only foot-to-eye coordination, but it also improves balance. That is why it is so big amongst children... balance is still a challenge to them.
1106105
skipping is pretty bad for the knees. Running is okay if you do it on softer ground, like grass and some tracks are made to absorb some of the impact.
16239
No, but excessive excercise is. Doing ballet for a few hours a day, 7 days a week is bad for a developing girls health.
648544
That is to catch body parts that don't make it back to the trampoline. The more you bounce the higher you try and go and the higher the bounce the less control the less control the greater the risk you won't hit the trampoline on the way down, thus the net.
158368
I find that running in place on a trampoline is a very good aerobic workout. It's also a lot more challenging than you would think. Give it a try!
842833
My understanding is that it actually hurts it.  If poping it everyday for many years, arthritis could actually form and cause even more pain and make it harder for you to move.  If you are having problems with your back, go see a doctor and see what can be done.
1019869
When my son was little I carried him around all the time.  I was diagnosed with bursitis.  \nIt hurt near the shoulder joint and I could not lift my arm past a certain point or at a certain angle.\nThe doctor put me on anti-inflamitories and prescribed physical therapy on it.\n\nI hope this helps.
441884
It is normal.  The back and forth motion, added to the starting and stopping, ends up working muscles that your body is not used to exercising.  Also, playing on a hard surface isn't the best for the calves & shins.  The more often you play, the less your calves should hurt.
908490
trampoline does the opposite. it supplies your brain with oxyginated blood neccesary to feed your brains with the needed\nnutrients by the excercise that you do.
55045
Osgood-Schlatter disease is a temporary disruption in the bone and cartilage at the top of the shinbone, next to the knee. Usually only one leg is affected. The condition develops primarily in boys aged 10 to 15 years. With proper care, symptoms usually disappear within a few weeks.\nCauses\n\nThe localized trauma that marks this disease is thought to be due to strain at the point where the tendon from the kneecap is attached to the shinbone. Until this juncture is fully developed, repeated stress on the area may lead to injury and can disrupt growth. The disease frequently appears after extended or intensive sports activity.\nSigns/Symptoms\n\nTypical symptoms include pain, swelling, and tenderness at the top of the shin, just below the knee. You may even notice a small bump at the site. Pain increases with activities in which the knee is repeatedly bent and straightened, such as climbing stairs, jumping, or weight-lifting.\nCare\n\nWith adequate rest, this disorder typically clears up on its own. During the recovery period, make sure the child avoids excessive exercise, especially deep knee bends. In extremely rare cases, surgery may be needed to correct the problem. It is unlikely to recur once the child is full grown.\nRisks\n\nIf left untreated, the disorder will get progressively worse and temporarily disable the child. The more serious the condition is allowed to become, the more difficult treatment will ultimately be.
454004
Cavitating any joint in the body has absolutely no negative effects (including arthritis which is a metabolic disease) as long as its within reason.  In other words, cracking your knuckles is perfectly safe.  Bending your fingers waaaaay waaaay back until they hurt, is not.\n\nIf it hurts, it's bad, if it doesn't, don't worry about it.  The possible exception to this is cracking your lower back in an older person.  The discs in your back are not meant to take much rotation (like you would force yourself to do when cracking your low back).  If they are significantly degenerated, you could hurt yourself.\n\nAlso, don't crack your knuckles or do anything else that stresses your joints if you've been diagnosed with something like rheumatoid arthritis or if you have a fracture nearby.  Use common sense.
714732
myself- broke my ankle walking down icy stairs.\noldest daughter- broke her leg in three during soccer practice, then her shoulder 6 months later(boy pushed her on gravel @ school)\nmiddle daughter broke 2 fingers playing teter ball. we all healed perfectly and quickly. its true what they say about drinking your milk, "it does the body good".......
400065
As mentioned by others, yes it can cause damage to your joints etc and cause your muscles to fatigue and that can cause damage. To get more detailed information on this, and what will be best for you, speak to a physical therapist and not a trainer from a gym etc, as Physical Therapists know every muscle and joint in your body and how to work them to benefit you and not hurt you. Just a tip.... :)\n\nTawny
479757
YES!!! Today most kids are fat and lazy. Their Idea of exercise is pushing the X button of the PS2. By get outside they might be able to burn off some of the lard they are carrying around. And live in a realistic world. The outdoors has so much to offer.\nAnd the parents today are the ones to blame. (sorry hit a sore spot).
1045034
It actually is good for you.  Studies show that it does not cause arthritis.  All you are doing is releasing air within the joint capsule.  I am an OT who has some exerience with hand injuries and there is nothing medically against it.