Episode 11: Caffeine In Sports and Much More

Is the use of caffeine in sports common? And what are the benefits of it? And the risks? Dr. Geier also discusses the foot injury of New York Giants RB Ahmad Bradshaw and the ACL tear of Oklahoma Sooners WR Ryan Broyles. Plus he answers your sports medicine questions.

Episode 11 of The Dr. David Geier Show is here. I planned this episode during a weekend trip to Gainesville, Florida, so it is another stream-of-consciousness episode. But after seeing the Gators and watching LSU-Alabama and missing my alma mater, Wake Forest, play against Notre Dame, I decided I need a sports “bucket list” of must see games, stadiums, and events. Let me know where you think I should go!

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Here is a list of topics discussed on this episode:

In the Zone
How common is caffeine use in sports and exercise? Why would athletes use it? Does it work? And are there risks? (starts at 5:33)

That’s Gotta Hurt
Ahmad Bradshaw – New York Giants RB (starts at 31:34)
Sports Injury Locator – Fifth Metatarsal Fracture (Jones Fracture)

Ryan Broyles – Oklahoma Sooners WR (starts at 36:00)
Sports Injury Locator – ACL Tears
Episode 4: Tennessee Volunteers WR Justin Hunter (starts at 14:31) and Jamaal Charles (starts at 19:49)

Ask Dr. Geier
Please remember my disclaimer that I cannot offer specific medical advice on this show, in the blog, or by email.

ACL graft that could get a college athlete back to soccer as soon as possible? (starts at 42:19)
Sports Injury Locator – ACL Tears – Surgical Reconstruction
Sports Injury Locator – ACL surgery – Graft Options
Ask Dr. Geier – ACL Grafts

Infection after attempted drainage of prepatellar bursitis? (starts at 47:50)
Sports Injury Locator – Prepatellar Bursitis
Ask Dr. Geier – Prepatellar Bursitis
Episode 9: Bursitis after knee injury (starts at 42:44)

Which is the best certification for strength and conditioning and fitness trainers? (starts at 51:50)

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