Received an email from a colleague asking my opinion on her 9 year-old son wearing a helmet when playing goalkeeper in soccer. When it comes to soccer helmets and preventing concussions, my usual response is that there is inadequate science to support risk reduction....
Given that headaches are the most common symptom after concussion and often the last to fully resolve, I spend a good amount of time with my patients discussing headache triggers, anticipated healing course, and how to reduce intensity and duration. While this post...
Dual board-certified pediatric and sports medicine specialist Dr. Chris Koutures and pediatric specialist Dr. Christopher Lin offer an individualized approach to general pediatric and sports medicine care that enhances the health and knowledge of patients and their families in Orange County, California.
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