Episode 111: Can athletes demand to play against medical advice?




The Dr. David Geier Show | Sports Medicine - Injury - Treatment - Surgery - Prevention - Health - Wellness show

Summary: What is the role of a team doctor and athletic trainer who want to hold an injured athlete out of competition despite the athlete demanding to play? Dr. Geier also discusses the injuries of Oklahoma City Thunder G Russell Westbrook, Tennessee Titans QB Jake Locker, San Diego Chargers LB Dwight Freeney, Texas Rangers P Yu Darvish, and Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant. Plus in the Ask Dr. Geier segment, he answers your sports medicine questions.