Dr. David Geier is an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist in Charleston, South Carolina and Charlotte, North Carolina. He helps athletes and active people feel and perform their best, regardless of age, injuries and medical history. He has been featured in major media publications and shows over 2,500 times throughout his career.
A large majority of adolescent girls experience bloating, cramps, and abdominal pain during their periods. A new study presented at the annual meeting of The North American Menopausal Society suggests that some foods these girls eat might make their dysmenorrhea, or painful periods, worse. Researchers at Rutgers University found that diets high in inflammatory foods increase the risk of menstrual cramp pain. Examples of these inflammatory foods include meats, sugars, and coffee. Data suggests that an anti-inflammatory diet focused on vegetables, fruits, and olive oil can lead to fewer and less severe symptoms. Other than a healthy diet, regular exercise and getting good sleep can also be important.
Through the stories of a dozen athletes whose injuries and recovery advanced the field (including Joan Benoit, Michael Jordan, Brandi Chastain, and Tommy John), Dr. Geier explains how sports medicine makes sports safer for the pros, amateurs, student-athletes, and weekend warriors alike.
