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🎾 It's National Pickleball Month and for those who play or are interested in playing, our Sports Medicine physician Ben Chun, MD, joined The Conversation on Kkua Khpr Hawaii Public Radio to talk about the best way to warm up to the popular sport, the benefits of playing, and the common injuries he's seen in players. Listen in: https://bit.ly/43Vtogv

The Controversy of Hip Drop Tackles: Exploring the Impact on Player Injuries Discover the ongoing debate surrounding hip drop tackles in football and their effects on player safety. Join us as we delve into the evolving rules and regulations, examining the potential consequences for the game. #HipDropTackles #PlayerSafety #FootballDebate #RulesandRegulations #FootballInjuries #SportsDiscussion #GameConsequences #FootballControversy #SafetyFirst #TacklingTechniques

🏈 As the debate over the safety of tackle football continues, flag football is seeing a dramatic surge in popularity, especially among the youth. With studies revealing stark contrasts in head impact rates between tackle and flag football players, and the NFL pushing for more youth participation in the latter, could this less risky alternative be the future of the sport? 🌟 Dive into the full story to explore how concerns over brain injuries are shaping the landscape of football for our kids and potentially influencing the path to the 2028 Olympics. 🏟️ #FlagFootball #YouthSports #BrainHealth #SafetyFirst https://lnkd.in/eDu2pNVb

Being an NFL player takes guts, strength, and a love for the game. What some people fail to realize is that it also takes the help of a good chiropractor. Jerry Rice, Tom Brady, and Roger Craig swear by the holistic practice, and they all believe it has improved their overall game. #100YearLifestyle #NFL #strengthandpower #powerofthebody #Innate #performanceat100 #100%for100years #takechargeofyourhealth #awesomebody #holistichealth https://lnkd.in/gwhBa3Ze

Contrary to what you may think, concussions can, and do, happen during big games. It doesn’t matter whether it’s in practice, pre season, middle of the season or the championship game. Concussions need to be identified and treated accordingly. Nobody likes to miss a game, but your brain will be with you long after sports end! #Concussion #ConcussionRehab #ConcussionEducation #ConcussionAwareness #ConcussionClinic #ConcussionRecovery #MWConcussion

Recent tragedies in our football community have profoundly affected me. The heartbreaking loss of two young players due to brain injuries serves as a sobering reminder that we must do more to protect our athletes. Football has given me so much, but our love for the game must never come at the expense of player safety. At Atavus, we are committed to changing the game for the better. Our data-driven approach empowers coaches to teach safer tackling techniques, significantly reducing the risk of head injuries. The results are promising, but we know more work is needed. We’re doubling down on our efforts—enhancing training programs, building strategic partnerships with youth leagues, and collaborating with researchers to push the boundaries of what’s possible in player safety. We owe it to our players, their families, and the future of football to make safety our top priority. Together, we can preserve the spirit of the game while ensuring that it remains a safe and welcoming environment for all. Let’s make football safer, one tackle at a time. Learn more in our latest newsletter: https://bit.ly/3ZdITQy #PlayerSafety #Football #Innovation #Atavus

From little leagues to the big leagues, we aim to mitigate injury for every athlete stepping onto the court. Our dedication to safety and innovation ensures we provide floors that enhance performance and protect players. Who's Your Athlete?™️ Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4bZwQJk #actionfloors #facilitymanagement #sportsflooring

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📢✨ Unlocking Awareness: February Marks the Third Annual International CTE Awareness Month! 🧠 NeuroCatch® is stepping up as a vital part of the solution to enhance the safety of contact sports. The quest to end CTE necessitates practical measures, acknowledging that eliminating contact sports is not a feasible option. 🏈 At recent discussions, solutions were proposed, including reducing heading, adjusting the number of games played, modifying the age of introducing head impacts, and actively monitoring players. 🌟 Enter NeuroCatch® – the game-changer in this landscape. 👩⚕️ 👨⚕️ By providing clinicians with an objective measurement tool, NeuroCatch® becomes a powerful asset in making sports safer. Whether it's ensuring a secure Return to Play or monitoring athletes pre/post-season, NeuroCatch® contributes to the evolution of sports safety. #concussionlegacyfoundation #neurocatch #sportssafety #CTEawarenessmonth #innovationinsportshealth #ENDCTE