Just had a concussion and want to recover quickly? Some would argue that you’d better avoid all screens (including phones) for the first 2 days. Source: https://www.sciencenewsforstudents.org/article/concussion-patients-recovery-avoid-screen-time Is this true? Let’s...
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...
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...
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...
A high school cheerleader and lacrosse player interested in returning to activity after concussions asked if a change of position could lower concussion risk. The cheerleader would move from base to tumbler, while the lacrosse player would become a wing and not take...
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