Episode 59: Should schools eliminate football?

This is a quick reference list for the locations of show topics in Episode 59 of The Dr. David Geier Show. For a detailed list of topics and references for additional information, scroll down for the complete show notes.

In the Zone
With more research linking repeated blows to the head to long-term brain issues and more media and parental questions about the sport’s injuries, should schools considering eliminating it? (starts at 5:06)

That’s Gotta Hurt
Matt Kemp – Los Angeles Dodgers center fielder (starts 25:36)
Santonio Holmes – New York Jets wide receiver (starts 30:27)
Jake Locker – Tennessee Titans quarterback (starts 34:15)
Danny Amendola – St. Louis Rams wide receiver (starts 38:06)

Ask Dr. Geier
What is the best graft choice for the ACL reconstruction of a 14-year-old female cheerleader? (starts at 42:28)
Can surgery be performed for a rectus femoris injury of my thigh? (starts at 46:42)
My knee gave way after surgery to trim out a meniscus tear. Could I have retorn the meniscus? (starts at 49:14)
Are pitch counts or inning counts more useful to track for overuse injury prevention in pitchers? (starts at 51:56)

Fan Favorites and Trash Talkers
Comments from listeners on the show and our previous discussions (starts at 56:01)

Episode 59 of The Dr. David Geier Show is here! This week I discuss the very controversial idea of banning the sport of football in schools, as has been proposed to several school boards across the country. I also discuss a logical scenario that could cripple the sport in future years. I really would like your thoughts, even if you disagree!

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In the Zone
With more research linking repeated blows to the head to long-term brain issues and more media and parental questions about the sport’s injuries, should schools considering eliminating it? (starts at 5:06)
Is the future of football in jeopardy?
Should EMS be required at football games?
The hidden dangers of concussions
Ensure proper helmet fit to minimize concussion severity
Big hits, broken sport?
It’s time to change players’ attitudes toward injuries
Will Kris Dielman’s injury lead to increased NFL oversight?
Traumatic brain injuries in sports are on the rise
Baseline concussion testing critical for later management
Colts’ Collie should serve as a warning to all athletes
Sports-related concussions in young athletes
Episode 33: New Orleans Saints’ alleged bounty program (starts at 27:45)
Episode 42: Would you let your son play football? (starts at 4:04)
Episode 39: The positive aspects of sports (starts at 4:10)
Episode 37: Concussions and personality changes (starts at 2:45)
Episode 27: Concussions in kids and girls (starts at 4:24)
Episode 16: Former players sue NFL (starts at 20:58)

That’s Gotta Hurt
Matt Kemp – Los Angeles Dodgers center fielder (starts at 25:36)
Sports Injury Locator – Superior Labral Tears (SLAP Tears)
Ask Dr. Geier – Shoulder Labral Tears
Episode 26: Shoulder Instability (starts at 3:22)

Santonio Holmes – New York Jets wide receiver (starts at 30:27)
Sports Injury Locator – Lisfranc Injuries
Episode 55: Brandon Jenkins (starts at 22:55)

Jake Locker – Tennessee Titans quarterback (starts at 34:15)
Sports Injury Locator – Shoulder Separations
Ask Dr. Geier – Shoulder Separations
Episode 56: Jake Locker (starts at 24:07)
Episode 17: Surgery for a type III AC separation in a high-school quarterback? (starts at 46:33)

Danny Amendola – St. Louis Rams wide receiver (starts at 38:06)
Sports Injury Locator – Sternoclavicular Dislocations
Episode 55: How long do sternoclavicular joint injuries of the shoulder take to heal? (starts at 39:33)
Episode 46: How long does it take to return to sports after an anterior sternoclavicular dislocation? (starts at 45:03)

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

What is the best graft choice for the ACL reconstruction of a 14-year-old female cheerleader? (starts at 42:28)
Sports Injury Locator – ACL Tears – Graft Options
The most important question to ask before ACL surgery?
Ask Dr. Geier – ACL Grafts
Ask Dr. Geier – Graft options for ACL surgery
Episode 50: What is the best graft option for ACL reconstruction? (starts at 36:01)

Can surgery be performed for a rectus femoris injury of my thigh? (starts at 46:42)
Sports Injury Locator – Rectus Femoris Strain (“Hip Flexor” Strain)
Episode 43: What could I have injured in my thigh doing squats? (starts at 40:38)
Episode 36: Should I have surgery for my rectus femoris injury? (starts at 41:38)

My knee gave way after surgery to trim out a meniscus tear. Could I have retorn the meniscus? (starts at 49:14)
Sports Injury Locator – Meniscus Tears
Sports Injury Locator – Meniscus Tears – Recovery
Partial meniscectomy: Frequently asked questions
Ask Dr. Geier – Meniscus Tears
Episode 33: Meniscus tears of the knee (starts at 2:59)

Are pitch counts or inning counts more useful to track for overuse injury prevention in pitchers? (starts at 51:56)
Stephen Strasburg: Was shutting the star pitcher down for the season a good idea?
Sports Injury Locator – Little Leaguer’s Shoulder
Sports Injury Locator – Little Leaguer’s Elbow
How young is too young?
Pitching too many innings could end your baseball career
7 tips to strike out youth pitching injuries
The misperceptions of Tommy John surgery
Episode 36: Youth pitching injuries (starts at 2:59)
Episode 34: Tommy John injuries (starts at 3:18)

Fan Favorites and Trash Talkers (starts at 56:01)
This week, I read listeners’ comments about the idea of schools eliminating football and the threat to football from brain injuries.

I want people here in Charleston, across the United States, and all over the world to participate, so get your questions and comments to me. Call the show’s listener line for questions and comments. That phone number is 843-628-7150. You can email me at SHOW@DRDAVIDGEIER.COM. You can use Twitter as well. Send a tweet with the hashtag #askdrgeier. Or leave a comment on my Facebook page.