BBC - Health: Sports injuries

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Mild head injuries can cause structural disruption of axons in the brain

news-medical.net — “Even mild head injuries can cause significant abnormalities in brain function that last for several days, which may explain the neurological symptoms experienced by some individuals who have experienced a head injury associated with sports, accidents or combat, according to a study by Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine researchers.” View full resource at news-medical.net

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Episode 37: Concussions and Personality Changes and Much More

drdavidgeier.com — “Much attention has been given to concussions in recent months, but one dangerous long-term effect is now being recognized. Dr. Geier discusses repeated blows to the head causing personality changes and possibly suicide. He also discusses the injuries of Alexander Dale Oen, Mariano Rivera, Pablo Sandoval, Terrell Suggs, Evan Longoria, and whether the shortened NBA season caused an increase in injuries. Plus in the Ask Dr. Geier segment, he answers your sports medicine questions.” View full resource at drdavidgeier.com

Most Recently Shared on May 7, 2012 at 8:45 pm By:

David Geier Surgeon, Sports Medicine Doctor, Orthopedic Surgeon, Physician, and Doctor

Ep. 37: Injuries Mariano Rivera, Pablo Sandoval, Evan Longoria, Terrell Suggs, Dale Oen, debate of NBA lockout/injuries http://t.co/cX7WVWVd

STOP Sports Injuries Health Organization

Tips To Prevent Overuse Injuries in Youth Sports

www1.gotomeeting.com — “HOW MUCH TRAINING IS TOO MUCH FOR YOUNG ATHLETES? - The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons reports that 20 percent of children ages 8 to 12 and 45 percent of those ages 13 to 14 will have arm pain during a season. - Sports medicine specialists say too much practicing results in injuries to the developing musculoskeletal structure of a young athlete. - They are seeing a significant increase in shoulder and elbow injuries in athletes who use repetitive overhead movemen” View full resource at www1.gotomeeting.com

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Webinar this Thursday (7 PM CT) will offer tips for preventing overuse injuries courtesty @MOR_Docs & @PositiveCoachUS: http://t.co/HablAEPO

Former Bengals player reacts to increase in concern over concuss - FOX19.com-Cincinnati News, Weather & Sports

fox19.com — “A memorial is growing outside the home of Junior Seau. The former Charger's body was discovered Wednesday with a gunshot wound to the chest, an apparent suicide. His death is fueling concussion concer” View full resource at fox19.com

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UC Health Hospital

"We still don't see the big picture...what (injury) is doing @ a cellular level."-UC's Divine on #concussions. http://t.co/9gYwZEBZ @FOX19

Diseases & Conditions

childrensdmc.org — “Diseases & Conditions” View full resource at childrensdmc.org

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Children's DMC Hospital and Children's Hospital

Almost a third of all injuries incurred in childhood are sports-related injuries. More about sports injury statistics: http://t.co/E0mXq58B

Guardian Science Science Enthusiast

Junior Seau's death reopens debate around NFL brain injuries | Sport | guardian.co.uk

guardian.co.uk — “Death of former San Diego Chargers linebacker may show further evidence of link between concussion and mental illness” View full resource at guardian.co.uk

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Junior Seau's death reopens debate around NFL brain injuries http://t.co/9JyEAt0q

BBC News - Girls and sport: Schools urged to make PE more attractive to girls

bbc.co.uk — “Schools are urged to consider female-friendly activities such as Zumba classes and rollerblading because so many girls are avoiding exercise.” View full resource at bbc.co.uk

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BBC Health Health News

PE lessons 'put girls off sport' http://t.co/SZ7TaKo9

Preventable Sports Injury Knowledge Lacking | The Kid's Doctor

kidsdr.com — “Preventable Sports Injury Knowledge Lacking | The Kid's Doctor” View full resource at kidsdr.com

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The Kid's Doctor Physician, Doctor, and Pediatrician

How much injury safety training has your child's coach had? None you say? Hmm... http://t.co/Zd6qAtwf #parenting

Myrundoc: New Orleans 70.3 or More Like 67.1 2012

myrundoc.blogspot.com — “Myrundoc.com - putting your best foot forward - sound advice to run injury free! The purpose of this blog is to provide the running community with practical advice and resources to keep you running healthy and strong. As a sports medicine podiatrist, it appalls me the amount of misinformation available on the web. This blog and my site only provides time-tested, medically sound advice for runners.” View full resource at myrundoc.blogspot.com

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Dr. Michele Doctor and Podiatrist

New Blog Post: New Orleans 70.3 or More Like 67.1 2012: The Road to Ironman Mont-Tremblant went thr... http://t.co/0LvQRXQb By Dr. Crane

BBC News - Kenya's Rift Valley, where everyone runs

bbc.co.uk — “In the hills of Iten, Claudia Hammond meets children who are trying to run their way out of poverty.” View full resource at bbc.co.uk

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Vijay Doctor, Radiologist, and Physician

RT @BBCWorld: Kenya produces great distance runners, but gold medals aren't the only motivation for its young athletes http://t.co/YWutTzIa

Myrundoc: The Swim It! Saving Lives in Open Water Swimming

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Dr. Michele Doctor and Podiatrist

New Blog Post: The Swim It! Saving Lives in Open Water Swimming: Dr Marybeth Crane is a board certi... http://t.co/RVTLZeom By Dr. Crane

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Carl Irwin's Chiropractic Top Tips and Cranial News: Sports injuries and chiropractic

carlirwindc-chiropracticblog.blogspot.com — “Carl Irwin's Chiropractic Top Tips and Cranial News: Sports injuries and chiropractic” View full resource at carlirwindc-chiropracticblog.blogspot.com

Most Recently Shared on April 26, 2012 at 2:34 pm By:

Cranial Chiropractor Doctor, CAM, and Chiropractor

Sports injuries and chiropractic http://t.co/6auXneCB

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Safe Kids USA Health Organization

Find a Safety Event

safekids.org — “Safe Kids USA a nonprofit organization solely dedicated to eliminating preventable childhood injuries, the leading cause of death and disability to children ages 1 to 14. Safe Kids USA has 600 grassroots coalitions across the United States dedicated to educating families and implementing programs on child passenger safety, home safety, water safety, bike safety, fire prevention and more.” View full resource at safekids.org

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@SportsSafety @DrDavidGeier Youth sports safety clinics can teach coaches & parents about concussion safety: http://t.co/Cp1vDfX0

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