The Dr. David Geier Show | Sports Medicine - Injury - Treatment - Surgery - Prevention - Health - Wellness
Summary: The Dr. David Geier Show is a weekly sports injury prevention, treatment and wellness show. Tune into the latest health information, breaking famous athlete injury news and sports injury Q&A's with a top orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine physician in the nation. Send your questions to show@drdavidgeier.com or call 843.628.7150.
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Can some of the newer helmet designs decrease the risk of concussions in football? Dr. Geier also discusses the injuries of New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski, Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia and pitcher Clay Buchholz, and Washington Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper. Plus in the Ask Dr. Geier segment, he answers your sports medicine questions.
Only 1 in 5 American adults meets the requirements for aerobic- and muscle-strengthening exercise. How can we get more people to exercise? Dr. Geier also discusses the injuries of New York Knicks star Carmelo Anthony, New York Giants FB Henry Hynoski, San Francisco 49ers WR Michael Crabtree, Philadelphia Phillies 2B Chase Utley, and Washington Nationals OF Bryce Harper. Plus in the Ask Dr. Geier segment, he answers your sports medicine questions.
Approximately 12 high school and college football players die each year. What causes these deaths, and how can we decrease them? Dr. Geier also discusses the injuries of Washington Nationals' Bryce Harper, Tampa Bay Rays' David Price, Atlanta Braves' Jonny Venters, Philadelphia Phillies' Roy Halladay, and the staggering amount of money being paid to injured baseball players. Plus in the Ask Dr. Geier segment, he answers your sports medicine questions.
We know that concussions are common and dangerous in young athletes. Do these athletes often hide their symptoms like the pros often do? Dr. Geier also discusses the injuries of Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Roy Halladay, Los Angeles Lakers forward Pau Gasol, Boston Red Sox closer Joel Hanrahan, Houston Texans safety Ed Reed, and Montreal Canadiens center Lars Eller. Plus in the Ask Dr. Geier segment, he answers your sports medicine questions.
Meniscal tears are one of the most common injuries among athletes and active people. How much do these injuries and the surgeries to treat them affect sports and exercise performance? Dr. Geier also discusses the injuries of Chicago Bulls' Luol Deng, Los Angeles Clippers' Blake Griffin, Green Bay Packers' Eddie Lacy, Minnesota Vikings' Christian Ponder, and Utah soccer referee Ricardo Portillo. Plus in the Ask Dr. Geier segment, he answers your sports medicine questions.
How common are injuries in youth and high school soccer, and what can parents and coaches do to better ensure safety of the players? Dr. Geier also discusses the injuries of Oklahoma City Thunder PG Russell Westbrook, Golden State Warriors F David Lee, Atlanta Braves RF Jason Heyward, Los Angeles Angels 1B Albert Pujols, Texas Rangers P Matt Harrison, and UFC champion Jon Jones. Plus in the Ask Dr. Geier segment, he answers your sports medicine questions.
Energy drinks are surging in popularity, especially among the younger population. Why are these drinks potentially so dangerous for young athletes? Dr. Geier also discusses the injuries of New York Yankees' Derek Jeter, New York Mets prospect Travis d'Arnaud, Chicago Bulls' Joakim Noah, New York Knicks' Amar'e Stoudemire, and Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant. Plus in the Ask Dr. Geier segment, he answers your sports medicine questions.
Depression and even suicides are common among the general population, but are athletes at risk? If so, how can we identify and help them? Dr. Geier also discusses the injuries of Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant, New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski, Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Zack Greinke, Boston Red Sox pitcher John Lackey, Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Jeff Niemann, Chicago White Sox second baseman Gordon Beckham, and Los Angeles Angels pitcher Jered Weaver. Plus in the Ask Dr. Geier segment, he answers your sports medicine questions.
Pitching injuries in youth baseball seem to be increasing. What can parents and coaches do to keep these young throwers healthy? Dr. Geier also discusses the injuries of University of Louisville guard Kevin Ware, Cincinnati Reds outfielder Ryan Ludwick, Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal, Denver Nuggets forward Danilo Gallinari, and Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby. Plus in the Ask Dr. Geier segment, he answers your sports medicine questions.
What is single-sport specialization? How could it affect, positively or negatively, the careers of young athletes? Dr. Geier also discusses the injuries of New York Mets pitcher Johan Santana, Los Angeles Lakers forward Metta World Peace, Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol, Indiana Pacers forward Danny Granger, and NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin. Plus in the Ask Dr. Geier segment, he answers your sports medicine questions.
What basic supplies should athletic trainers have available in a training room and on the field at sporting events? Dr. Geier also discusses the injuries of Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Hanley Ramirez, St. Louis Cardinals closer Jason Motte, New York Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira, Philadelphia 76ers center Andrew Bynum, New York Knicks center Tyson Chandler, and women's tennis star Venus Williams. Plus in the Ask Dr. Geier segment, he answers your sports medicine questions.
Is it safe for football players to play in more than one game per week? Dr. Geier also discusses the injuries of Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant, New York Knicks forward Amar'e Stoudemire, Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz, Boston Bruins forward Chris Kelly, and women's tennis player Sam Stosur. Plus in the Ask Dr. Geier segment, he answers your sports medicine questions.
Are herbal and other dietary supplements effective for athletes? Are they safe? Dr. Geier also discusses the injuries of St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Rafael Furcal, Olympic gold medalist skier Lindsey Vonn, New York Rangers defenseman Marc Staal, and the insurance policy of University of South Carolina defensive end Jadeveon Clowney. Plus in the Ask Dr. Geier segment, he answers your sports medicine questions.
Should athletes take vitamins and minerals, and would they increase sports and exercise performance? If so, which ones? Dr. Geier also discusses the injuries of San Antonio Spurs point guard Tony Parker, New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter, New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski, New York Knicks forward Rasheed Wallace, and University of Utah defensive tackle Star Lotulelei. Plus in the Ask Dr. Geier segment, he answers your sports medicine questions.
What changes could make football a safer sport? Is it even possible without altering the sport radically? Dr. Geier also discusses the injuries of former University of South Carolina running back Marcus Lattimore, Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Mat Gamel, and former University of Cincinnati defensive end Walter Stewart. Plus in the Ask Dr. Geier segment, he answers your sports medicine questions.