Repetitive heading in soccer: Does it cause brain damage after all?
Does heading the ball in soccer lead to long-term brain damage? I share my thoughts on a recent study that argues that heading is dangerous.
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Episode 16: Hiring and Firing Your Doctor and Much More
What qualities do you value when you choose a doctor? And what are signs that you need to look for a new physician? In addition, Dr. Geier discusses issues in the lawsuit of 12 former NFL players against the league over concussions, Minnesota Twins catcher Joe Mauer’s unusual illness last season, Liverpool’s Lucas Leiva’s ACL tear, and Pittsburgh Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger’s high-ankle sprain. Plus he answers your sports injury questions.
+Continue ReadingAsk Dr. Geier – Partial ACL Tears
A reader in Bangalore asks whether a partial ACL tear he suffered playing football will heal without surgery. I discuss the concept of a partial ACL tear and how it can be a misleading term.
+Continue ReadingEpisode 12: Exercise and Brain Health and Much More
You know that exercise helps you physically, but did you know that it helps keep your brain healthy as well? Dr. Geier also discusses the injuries of Tampa Bay Buccaneers DT Gerald McCoy, two Virginia Tech football players, and former soccer star Taylor Twellman. Plus he answers your sports injury questions.
+Continue ReadingTraumatic brain injuries in sports are on the rise
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more young athletes are being seen for sports-related traumatic brain injuries. Is this a cause for concern? And are there ways to try to decrease these injuries?
+Continue ReadingEpisode 6: Stem Cell Treatments and Much More
Why does it seem like so many famous athletes are going to foreign countries to undergo stem cell treatments? Dr. Geier also talks about the surgery and further absence from soccer for US Men’s National Team star Stuart Holden and the retirement from football of Texas Longhorn safety Nolan Brewster. Plus, he answers your sports injury questions.
+Continue ReadingEpisode 5: Cheerleaders as Athletes and Much More
Is cheerleading a sport? Are they athletes? And is it dangerous? Also, Dr. Geier discusses Tony Romo’s punctured lung and the calls for an investigation of the Dallas Cowboys’ doctors as well as Liverpool’s Steven Gerrard and his groin surgery. Also, he answers your sports injury questions.
+Continue ReadingTips for safe exercise and sports in extreme heat
In these extremely hot temperatures, can you safely exercise or practice for your sport? Yes, if you follow some recommendations to prevent heat illness.
+Continue ReadingHow young is too young?
Should kids specialize in one sport at an early age or play different sports throughout the year?
+Continue ReadingAre Abby Wambach’s headers dangerous to emulate?
Concussions are known to be surprisingly common in soccer, but is repetitive heading dangerous as well?
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C. David Geier Jr., M.D.
