Beyond the Sidelines: How Public Health Is Reshaping Athlete Care
How public health is reshaping athlete care through injury surveillance, heat safety, concussion protocols, mental health support and access to care in youth sports.
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Financial Implications of Common Sports Injuries (and How to Find Insurance Coverage)
Sports injuries are an unfortunate reality for athletes of all levels, from recreational enthusiasts to professional athletes – no matter how careful you are, there are circumstances where they are unavoidable and you just need to learn how to power through it and focus on recovery. Aside from the physical pain and emotional toll they…
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Can Sports Injuries Affect Your Hearing?
As an athlete, you have probably experienced some injuries – or at least heard about common ones— like sprains, strains, and fractures. But, did you know that some sports injuries can also affect your hearing? While it may not be the most obvious outcome of a physical injury, research shows that certain kinds of trauma…
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2022 Podcasts | Blog | Football | Head | Injury | Interviews | Midwest Orthopaedics | MidwestOrtho | Podcast Episodes | Psychology | Science | Sports
The Evaluation and Management of Concussions
Each year, there are an estimated 1.7 to 3.8 million traumatic brain injuries in the United States, and more than 20 percent arise due to sports and recreational activities. More than 300,000 head injuries result from football, with ice hockey, lacrosse, rugby, and soccer, also seeing a high incidence of concussion. In fact, the Center…
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Getting Your Head Back in The Game – Effective Recovery Strategies For Treating a Concussion
A concussion is a brain injury caused by a blow to the head or a jolt to the body. Concussions can range from mild to severe and can occur in children and adults. While most people recover from a concussion within a few weeks, some may experience symptoms for months or even years. If you…
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Dr. Elizabeth Pieroth Talks Concussions For TEDxChicago
Elizabeth M. Pieroth, PsyD, ABPP, MPH, Director of the Concussion Program at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, recently presented a TEDx talk on the topic of concussions. Dr. Pieorth is a Board Certified Clinical Neuropsychologist who has spent her career dedicated to the assessment and treatment of individuals who suffer concussions. She works with individuals ranging from children to…
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5 Common Dental Injuries in Sports and how to Prevent Them
Sports injuries occur every day. Some people view sports injuries as a rite of passage. While some injuries heal in a matter of days, others can be more dangerous. As a matter of fact, some sports injuries can lead to serious health issues. Surprisingly, if you want your physical and mental health to stay at…
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Regular Exercise Can Help People Suffering From Adult ADHD
As much as 4.4% of the adult population in the United States has undiagnosed ADHD. As an adult, the symptoms of ADHD can be tough to cope with. Keeping up with the responsibilities of modern adult life is a challenge without managing symptoms of adult ADHD. What is Adult ADHD? Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is…
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Here Are 7 Proven Ways to Keep Your Mind Sharp As You Age
Contrary to belief, cognitive decline is not inescapable as you age. Just as exercise improves your physical fitness, there are proven ways to strengthen your brain and improve your memory and cognitive performance. No matter how old you are, it is never too late to start exercising your brain and sharpening your mind. Sharpen Your…
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2021 Podcasts | Head | Injury | Interviews | Karen Malkin | Nutrition | Performance | Podcast Episodes | Prevention | Psychology | Science
Ep. 34: Can Alzheimer’s Disease Be Prevented?
In this episode, we are joined by Karen Malkin, NBC-HWC, to talk about strategies to support brain health. Karen is a board-certified health coach and the owner of Karen Malkin Health Counseling. My life’s work is my passion to change the way we practice medicine. I saw firsthand how integrative medicine extended my mother’s life…
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Football | Head | Hockey | Injury | Midwest Orthopaedics | Podcast Episodes | Psychology | Soccer | Sports | Treatment
Ep. 11: Neuropsychologist Elizabeth Pieroth on Managing Athletes with Multiple Concussions
Neuropsychologist Elizabeth M. Pieroth, PsyD, ABPP, MPH shares insight into how she manages athletes who have sustained multiple concussions including how to know when to recommend athletes retire from their professional careers. Dr. Pieorth is the Director of the Concussion Program at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush. She has been involved in the assessment of players…
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Patients Share Ski and Snowboard Advice
At Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, we love ski and snowboard season, but professionally, it can be a very busy time. We treat many snow sport-related injuries such as shoulder dislocation, rotator cuff tear, collarbone fracture, ACL, MCL, and meniscal tears, wrist fracture, back injury, and concussion. Typically, our patients are able to return to their…
