The [p]rehab Audio Experience

#77 | How To Manage Concussions In Youth Sports

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In this episode, Dillon and Dr. Alland discuss the role of nonsurgical orthopedic docs in sports and his experience going through physical therapy after a surgery. Then we dive into the main discussion of the day centered around concussion. What is a concussion? What causes a concussion? How is impact related to the risk of concussion?   Rule changes have been made at the professional level to decrease risk of concussion, this has trickled down into youth sports. Have the rule changes created a safer playing atmosphere for athletes? What's the best way to recover from a concussion? After a concussion are you at risk for other injuries? All of this and more answered!!!   Dr. Jeremy Alland graduated from Rush Medical College in Chicago, IL, where he was awarded the prestigious William H. Harrison, PhD Award for selfless leadership, aspiration and collaboration. He went on to complete a Family Medicine residency at UPMC St. Margaret Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA, where he served as Chief Resident and was peer-selec