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The benefits of playing sports aren’t just physical! Dr Geier

Athletes in competitive sports are less likely to smoke or use illicit drugs. In a study of over 14,000 high school athletes published in the … See more

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Does the health of college athletes suffer later in life

WebOnly 33% of the active college nonathletes did so. Significant injuries, and players trying to return before they have fully recovered from them, might explain their …

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Who should pay the medical costs for the injuries of college …

WebThe University of Maine paid $296,580 for salaries and benefits for the athletic trainers, $15,000 for physician coverage of its major sports, and $42,637 for supplies such as tape and braces in 2013. Employee vs. student-athlete. The debate over what universities should cover financially is further complicated by the designation of players …

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Podcast Archives Dr Geier

WebOrthopedic surgeon, sports medicine specialist and author of That's Gotta Hurt, providing education and commentary on sports and exercise injuries, injury treatments and …

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Sports Medicine Simplified: A Glossary of Sports Injuries, …

WebQuickly learn the meanings of hundreds of sports injuries and treatments to keep you performing at your best If you’re an athlete, a parent or coach of an athlete, or a healthcare professional treating athletes and active people, Sports Medicine Simplified can help you understand even the most complex sports and exercise injuries. Have you ever …

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Xray vs. MRI, part 3 of 3: Are primary-care providers …

WebAlso, there is the issue of health care costs. X-rays of the knee cost between $50 and $150. An MRI can cost between $1000 and $2000. In adults over 40, where osteoarthritis is so …

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Rotator cuff tear: Signs and symptoms of this serious …

WebPain reaching behind the back. Rotator cuff injuries often cause problems when the patient tries to reach behind her back. Often the problem is pain in addition to loss of motion. …

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How to take a cold shower every day Dr Geier

WebIn this video, I show you two strategies to get started taking cold showers. Yes, it takes a little bit of getting used to. But if you stick with it, before you know it, you’ll actually grow to love it and want to take a cold shower every day! Always talk to your doctor before trying this or any health treatment.

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How does a plate and screws help a broken bone heal

WebWhen we perform open reduction and internal fixation (the formal term for the surgery) of a fracture, we are essentially opening the skin to get down to the bone, putting it back in …

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Turn off the TV to improve your health Dr Geier

WebAccording to a study in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, an adult can expect to live 4.8 years less than someone who doesn’t watch TV if he or she watches television for 6 …

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What can you do to recover from a stress reaction of your tibia

WebTypically, runners or running athletes develop stress reactions of this bone. The key to recovering from a tibial stress reaction is to stop running. Often eliminating that repetitive stress is sufficient to help it heal. Sometimes wearing a walking boot or even using crutches and not putting any weight on the leg are necessary.

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8 surprising facts about vitamin D Dr Geier

WebVitamin D deficiency is very common. Using 30 ng/mL 25-hydroxyvitamin D3 as a cutoff, 50-75% of children and adolescents are deficient in vitamin D. 75% of Caucasian adults and 90% of African-American and Latino adults are deficient as well. It has been shown to be common among adults undergoing orthopaedic surgery as well.

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Social media tips for healthcare professionals: Misleading health

WebSocial media tips for healthcare professionals: Misleading health information. Dr. David Geier is an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist in Charleston, South …

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131. French fries might not be bad for your health Dr Geier

WebFor years, nutritionists have warned that eating a lot of potatoes is bad for your health, being linked to weight gain, body fat, and diabetes. A study published last week in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggests French fries might not be that bad for us. Researchers conducted a study of over 180 adults who were randomly assigned

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Resources Dr Geier

WebPlease note that as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Click here to go to Dr. David Geier’s Amazon Influencer store! My recommended products, courses, …

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Calcaneus stress fracture: Signs, symptoms and treatment options

WebPatients can recover from a calcaneus stress fracture without surgery. Rest from running, wearing a walking boot or protective shoe, or even putting the patient on crutches are usually enough to get the fracture to heal. Also read: Foot pain: Common causes in runners and joggers. Running injury: 5 of the most common injuries runners suffer.

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High Ankle Sprain

WebSyndesmosis injuries involve the ligaments between the end of the tibia and fibula. As such, the pain is felt higher than the typical ankle sprain. Usually athletes notice pain at the …

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BPC 157 for tendon and ligament injury healing Dr Geier

WebBPC 157 has received attention as a potential treatment for a number of medical conditions, most notably Inflammatory bowel syndrome and healing of stomach ulcers. But research …

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