Episode 79: What changes could make football a safer sport?

This is a quick reference list for the locations of show topics in Episode 79 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
What changes could make football a safer sport? (starts at 3:33)
That’s Gotta Hurt
Marcus Lattimore – Former University of South Carolina running back (starts at 32:25)
Mat Gamel – Milwaukee Brewers first baseman (starts at 38:21)
Walter Stewart – former University of Cincinnati defensive end (starts at 43:34)
Ask Dr. Geier
Would it help for me to wear a brace as I return to running after meniscus surgery? (starts at 50:16)
How I can avoid reinjuring my ACL graft as I return to soccer? (starts at 53:48)
Fan Favorites and Trash Talkers
Comments from listeners on the show and our previous discussions (starts at 57:35)

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Episode 79 of The Dr. David Geier Show is here! The In the Zone topic is one I have wanted to discuss for a long time. If you have any sugesstions, or if you disagree with any of the ones I share, please send me your thoughts and ideas. I will try to read them in a future show.

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In the Zone
What changes could make football a safer sport? (starts at 3:33)
Is the future of football in jeopardy?
Would you let your son play football?
The hidden dangers of concussions
Big hits, broken sport?
Does fear of getting benched keep players from reporting concussions?
It’s time to change players’ attitudes toward injuries
Practice changes a good start to prevent heat illness
New study suggests concussions in college football increasing
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
Should EMS be required at football games?
Episode 59: Should schools eliminate football? (starts at 5:06)
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 33: New Orleans Saints’ alleged bounty program (starts at 27:45)
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
Marcus Lattimore – Former University of South Carolina running back (starts at 32:25)
Sports Injury Locator – Knee Dislocations
Sports Injury Locator – ACL Tears – Surgical Reconstruction
The challenge of multi-ligament knee injuries
Marcus Lattimore’s knee injury: Implications for treatment and return to football
Marcus Lattimore: Initial thoughts on gruesome knee injury
Episode 63: Why are knee dislocations such devastating injuries? (starts at 4:49)
Episode 69: Marcus Lattimore (starts at 19:55)
Episode 63: Marcus Lattimore (starts at 25:35)

Mat Gamel – Milwaukee Brewers first baseman (starts at 38:21)
Sports Injury Locator – ACL Tears
Sports Injury Locator – ACL Tears – Graft Options
Sports Injury Locator – ACL Tears – Surgical Reconstruction
Ask Dr. Geier – ACL Grafts
Ask Dr. Geier – Graft options for ACL surgery
The most important question to ask before ACL surgery?
The scariest acronym in sports
Episode 65: Is return to sports after ACL surgery likely? (starts at 4:47)

Walter Stewart – former University of Cincinnati defensive end (starts at 43:34)
Will a spine defect keep Walter Stewart out of the NFL?
Medical evaluation of players critical at NFL Combine
Will Bowers’ knee scare off NFL teams?
New label creates uncertainty for athletes, teams

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

Would it help for me to wear a brace as I return to running after meniscus surgery? (starts at 50:16)
Sports Injury Locator – Meniscus Tears
Sports Injury Locator – Meniscus Tears – Recovery
Partial meniscectomy: Frequently asked questions
Ask Dr. Geier – Arthritis after a meniscus tear
Ask Dr. Geier – Is surgery necessary for a meniscus tear?

How I can avoid reinjuring my ACL graft as I return to soccer? (starts at 53:48)
Is return to soccer likely after ACL surgery?
Surgery, rehab often not enough after ACL injury
Sports Injury Locator – ACL Tears
Sports Injury Locator – ACL Tears – Surgical Reconstruction
“If you had ten minutes…”
Episode 65: Is return to sports after ACL surgery likely? (starts at 4:47)

Fan Favorites and Trash Talkers (starts at 57:35)
This week, I read listeners’ comments about gluten-free diets, Eric Karlsson, Nerlens Noel, meniscus surgery recovery, and more.

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