Concussion Sleep Problems: Sleep Better to Feel Better

Concussion Sleep Problems: Sleep Better to Feel Better

There is no doubt that concussion sleep problems can make a difficult injury even more miserable. Reports and experience find that poor sleep is linked with increased symptoms and longer recoveries. Too much sleep that limits sensible daily activity can also slow...
Return to Sport – Plan to Turn Injury Tears into Comeback Cheers

Return to Sport – Plan to Turn Injury Tears into Comeback Cheers

The following post on Return to Sport is from the Fall 2018 Orange County Magazine I often get asked how to determine when a young athlete should return to sport after injury. In many cases, injured young athletes tend to heal quickly. However, in a worst-case...
Volleyball Concussions: Prevention Strategies from Volleyballmag.com

Volleyball Concussions: Prevention Strategies from Volleyballmag.com

The following blog post ran on Volleyballmag.com as part of an outstanding series on Concussions in Volleyball  In working with elementary through Olympic-level indoor and sand volleyball players, I have found key warm-up, training, and even competitive adjustments...
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 Physicals: Just Check Boxes or Get A Valuable Check-Up

Sports Physicals: Just Check Boxes or Get A Valuable Check-Up

 Sports physicals offer golden opportunities to share information and listen to young patients. Sure, they frequently are viewed by parents and young athletes as more annoyance than necessity. It’s easy for sports physicals to turn into automatic answers to a list of...
Volleyball Safety Talk: Learn with the Pacific Juniors Volleyball Club

Volleyball Safety Talk: Learn with the Pacific Juniors Volleyball Club

The Pacific Juniors Volleyball Club is pleased to announce that it will be working with Dr. Chris Koutures, Team Physician for the Men’s and Women’s USA Volleyball teams, on a FREE one day Volleyball Safety speaking engagement. Dr. Koutures will be...