Bone Stress Injuries

Bone Stress Injuries

They can be hard to understand, hard to suspect, and have unpredictable healing times. WHAT ARE BONE STRESS INJURIES? In describing bone stress injuries to patients, I often use the analogy of bending my pen while bored in class one day. If I just start trying to bend...
Martial Arts: Focus on Safety for Children

Martial Arts: Focus on Safety for Children

There are many types of  martial arts, and children can get many benefits from participation. Kids can build their strength, balance and flexibility. They can also build confidence and self-esteem. With several good things going for the martial arts, parents and...
Sports Injury Protection Podcast with Dr. Koutures: What is a Sports Medicine Physician?

Sports Injury Protection Podcast with Dr. Koutures: What is a Sports Medicine Physician?

Check out the latest Sports Injury Protection podcast! Click here to listen to the SportsInjuryProtection.com Podcast “Who Are They and What Do They Do” is the beginning of a series to highlight the different medical practitioners that are involved in the...
Sports Injuries: Dr. Koutures interview in Irvine Community News and Views

Sports Injuries: Dr. Koutures interview in Irvine Community News and Views

Looking to reduce the risk of Sports Injuries in your young athlete? Then click on the link below and give a big thank you to colleague and friend Dr. Phyllis Agran. Phyllis and her colleagues at the Irvine Community News and Views have a regular column on Child...
Extreme Sport Injuries: Use Certain Skills to Max Thrills and Reduce Wipe-Outs

Extreme Sport Injuries: Use Certain Skills to Max Thrills and Reduce Wipe-Outs

Boarders, bikers, and other extreme sport athletes require dedicated skills to provide thrills and prevent extreme sport injuries from spills. Some of those most extreme sport injury prevention skills include appropriate protective equipment, knowing the course, and...