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September 11, 2019August 29, 2019

Opioid Abuse in Athletics – 580

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Ever experienced Opioid Abuse?

Dr. Obie Benavides lost a student-athlete to opioid abuse that was an inspiration to him.

One single pill that was not from a pharmacy but a “friend” was all it took to end his life in March of 2018.

Dr. Benavides has spoken at conferences and guest posted on The ATVantage and NATA blogs

Opioid Abuse; Obie Benavides; Lamar University; opiates

What Opioid Abuse?

Opioids / Opiates are similar but not identical.

Opioids are synthetic chemicals whereas opiates are plant-based or naturally occurring from opium

Using them other than as prescribed is opioid abuse.

Using them for longer than prescribed
Giving them to someone else
Hoarding them for later use
Selling them

What does it LOOK like?

Obie says some of the signs and symptoms of opioid abuse might present as:

Pupils being off
Constipation
Nausea
Requestion medication by name and dosage
Being absent
withdrawing
Itching
Dry Mouth
Low Tetosterone levels

What can we do as Athletic Trainers?

Patient Education is number one.

Develop a Post-op Pain Management Plan
- There will be some level of pain
- Medications will help manage the pain
- Use pills as needed for this surgery
- Properly dispose of unused pills
- Do not share unused pills with anyone
Start the dialogue with the athlete before the surgery
Involve the parents
Educate Parents
Establish Real Pain Management Goals
Monitor the athletes
- Attend surgeries when possible
Log the procedure and medications prescribed
Follow up within a week and document number of times meds have been used

Be willing to have uncomfortable conversations

ATsCare is a great resource for learning to have uncomfortable conversations.

Be willing to ask questions.

Watch the conversation live on Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/sportsmedicinebroadcast/videos/559103137956480/

Resources

ATsCare (https://www.nata.org/membership/about-membership/member-resources/ats-care),

The Drug Enforcement Agency website (https://apps.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/pubdispsearch/)

Contact Us

Obie Benavides, DAT, LAT, ATC, AIB-VR/CON
Associate Athletic Trainer – Baseball
Drug Prevention & Education Coordinator
Lamar University
211 Red Bird Lane | PO Box 10066 | Beaumont, TX 77710
O: 409-880-7229
F: 409-880-2366

Jeremy Jackson

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September 6, 2019September 21, 2019

Abdominal and Thorax Injuries – 579

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Dr. Benedict Ifedi, MD, CAQSM covers Abdominal and Thorax Injuries from diagnosis to treatment. After his presentation at the Memorial Hermann Sports Medicine Update we get to follow up dig a little deeper.

Have experience with Thorax Injuries?

Dr. Ifedi was around the medical team at the University of Houston when they had an athlete rip his inferior vena cava.

What about getting a soccer ball to the chest causing comotio cordis?

Here are a few previous episodes dealing with the heart

thoraxinjuries, Ifedi, Benjamin, Abdominal injury, Thorax Injury

Check out his presentation broadcast on Facebook live

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More about Dr. Ifedi

After graduating magna cum laude with his Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from the University of Houston, Dr. Benedict Ifedi received his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. He went on to complete his family medicine residency at Memorial Family Medicine Residency in Sugar Land, Texas, where he also served as chief resident. Afterwards he completed a fellowship in sports medicine at Bayfront Health in St. Petersburg, Florida.

Board certified in family medicine and sports medicine, Dr. Ifedi treats patients ages 5 and older. He provides care for sports-related injuries, such as strains, pulls and concussions, as well as wellness and preventive medicine. His clinical interests include management of chronic diseases, exercise medicine and physical activity.

He is an active member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, and American College of Sports Medicine. Patients in Katy and the surrounding communities enjoy his welcoming smile and genuine concern for their well-being. Dr. Ifedi’s goal is to help his patients get back to feeling their best and to help teach them the best methods to achieve optimal health.

In his spare time, he enjoys traveling as well as watching and playing sports.

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August 30, 2019August 29, 2019

100K Side Job – Tim Neal – 578

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Have you ever had a 100K side Job?

If you say “I have a 100k Side Job” you are going to be hounded for followers or ridiculed by haters.

Tim Neal was killing it as an Athletic Trainer making upwards of 200K.

He joins us live a the Dragonfly Max Podcast Lounge in Las Vegas to share his story.

Have reservations about starting a business?

Tim watched his dad run a successful business and kinda always had the drive in him to create his own.

I recently started my own business in the Sports Medicine Broadcast. I have shared my story in episode 552.

I was always afraid to start a business as I have seen how much my dad struggles to own one. My conversation with Rob and Casey helped me to get started on the path, but Innovate really moved me to start

I met Tim Neal in a group for Athletic Trainers who are innovating the industry. If you are innovating or want to innovate, come join us at InnovateAT on facebook

Want to check out the live video:

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More About Tim:

From a small town Texas – Greenville, Texas

Did not have an AT in high school, his first exposure was as Texas A&M Commerce

Started working contract work for a PT clinic

Figured out he was pretty good at assembling the coverage and care for large scale events.

Got fired for putting together a proposal to grow his employer's business.

He turned the firing into a job that he turned into a business that has turned into a dream.

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Tim Neal – Tim.neal@kinetixfsm.com

Jeremy Jackson – Host of The Sports Medicine Broadcast

John Ciecko – jciecko@bloomfield.org

Alisha M Pennington – alisha@theatvantage.com

Mike McKenney – m.mckenney@northeastern.edu

Mike Hopper – Mike.Hopper@bishoplynch.org

Clint Sanders – clint@dragonflyathletics.com

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August 23, 2019August 29, 2019

Candid AT Live – 577

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What is Candid AT

Candid AT is a couple of Athletic Trainers hoping to entertain you. They want to be the people you commiserate with and end up belly laughing at the end of a hard season.

Candid AT is a fun entertaining podcast with some really cool guys who are best friends and enjoy sharing the mic and their stories together.

Fictional AT

Thor vs Batman

Thor would be really good at transportation

Batman – is wealthy, has lots of cool tools, knows how to be behind the scenes, can run a company.

Batman wins for almost everyone except the one person drooling over his rippling muscles.

F, Marry, Kill

Treadmill – I chose to marry the treadmill as I really enjoy how running helps me open up my body

Elliptical – always awkward for me. Killed this one for sure.

Stationary Bike – F – good for something quick but not a long term solution.

Where can I find out more about Candid AT

The podcast feed can be found here

But in your podcast app you can search candid athletic training

Great live show

We had people lined up for about 20 minutes waiting to see Chad and Kevan. we had a blast discussing their story and doing some impromptu Candid AT stuff.

We got audience interaction on 2 different occasions which only made the show that much better.

I am Jeremy Jackson, Host of the Sports Medicine Broadcast and I listen to Candid Athletic Training.

Check out the facebook live stream

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August 21, 2019August 29, 2019

Stop Using Ice – Gary Reinl – 576

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Stop Using Ice!!!

Buy a FrioHydration Unit that will hold ice for days and then STOP USING ICE and be done…

Actually, this is about using Ice as a treatment option for injuries.

In his book, Iced, The Illusionary Treatment Option, Gary Reinl covers almost everything we talk about here.

Stop Using Ice, Gary Reinl, Delayed healing, congestion of waste

Why should you Stop Using Ice?

There is very little research to support its efficacy

It actually slows the healing down by creating congestion at the damage site. Similar to a lane closure on a freeway due to an accident. when the cars back up the Emergency crew can not get there quickly and the 30-minute commute now takes 90 minutes.

There is no Google or Waze app for the human body. It really tries to repair rather than destroy itself. Let it run its course.

We confuse swelling and inflammation

Swelling can occur when a part of the body becomes inflamed. However, it is caused by the accumulation of fluid in tissues throughout the body, or in a specific region of the body

Inflammation is classified as a protective response from the immune system to injury, infection, or irritation.

Discussion on the SMB not in the book…

Practical application of the principal

How to talk to your coaches about it
How to talk with your athletes about it
How to discuss changing your physician's protocol

Slight exception to the rules:

If you have a dislocation and need to transport, ice will reduce swelling which will allow for a better relocation.
If you are using it once as an emotional trigger to help calm down the athlete

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August 16, 2019August 29, 2019

Functional Movement Techniques – 575

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What is Functional Movement Techniques?

7 courses focused on a graduated or leveling style continuing education

Each course is 6 CEUs

Blades and blades advanced is their Instrument-assisted course

RockPods and RockFloss – similar to cupping and voodoo floss just with a slightly different focus

And their newest Movement Specialist Course

Basically – what is the current science and current myofascial science

Some of the highlights from the podcast:

“Don' let your SCHOOLING get in the way of your EDUCATION” – Mark Twain

Prepare the patient for the path because you can not prepare the path for the patient.

The BEST REHAB TOOL is the patient you are treating

We do not care about practitioners using RockTape. You can bring your own brand and we will still teach you the skills. Bring your other brand tools we do not care.

We might be teaching taping techniques, but that is really the centerpiece. We teach the functional anatomy and theory all wrapped in the taping course.

Where can you see what Functional Movement looks like?

Check out Mike Stella on Instagram

Check out RockTape

Mike Stella was also on the SMB on episode 562

Where are we?

This episode was recorded live in Las Vegas at the Dragonfly Max Podcast Lounge.

We love to meet people at live events so if you see one of us then please stop us, chat, take a picture with us and post it on social media.

We would like to share your conference with the world through podcast so reach out and let's see what we can do together.

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Mike Stella – mikestellamovement@gmail.com

Dr. Ethan Kreiswirth

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August 14, 2019August 29, 2019

Cramping Research – 574

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World renown researcher and heat illness expert Dr. Sandra Fowkes-Godek returns to discuss Cramping Research.

In our last conversation…

Dr. Fowkes-Godek covered a lot about blood levels, potassium overdoes, salt testing, IVs and ideal intake temperature.

Blood Chloride is one of the only things that changes during active cramps.

Mike McKenney mentioned it does not matter what science you have in the drink if it stay on the shelf or in the bottle. Cramping Research has to take into account the taste or drink-ability of the product or it is virtually useless.

Chloride, Chloride, Chloride

We keep pushing salt tablets and salty drinks.

Current cramping science research shows sodium and potassium levels to be the same before, during and after a cramp, yes during a full-body cramp they draw blood.

There are a few problems:
1. Chloride content is not on labels
2. Chloride requires a carrier like sodium, potassium or magnesium

Potassium can actually be toxic in the blood at high levels

So how do we get more Blood Chloride??

Mediterranean diets typically contain a high level

Seaweed

Feta Cheese

What about hot sauce?

It is similar to pickle juice in that it create a pharyngeal response.

But use caution as people who have been heavily exercising might not take kindly to hot sauce in their stomachs. If they start puking then you are compounding issues.

Are you Feeling Slushy????

Alyssa Brown asked about Thermoregulation and Cramping in the last podcast with Dr. Miller but we did not get to it.

Dr. Fowkes-Godek discusses how they keep a slushy machine in the facility for warm weather practices to help pre-lower the core body temperature.

Cramping Science research shows that the ones who get hot faster peak faster, finish slower and are more likely to cramp.

If you really want to make friends then get some Levelen and a slushy machine and have your players can perform better during warm temp games and practices.

Who's article is Dr. Fowkes-Godek reading?

Dr. Kevin Miller

Dr. Martin Schwellnus

other than that it is pretty lonely in the cramp world

Check the Facebook Live video

Want links to all of our recent Cramping Science podcasts?

Cramping Science with Dr. Kevin Miller

Cramping Science with Dr. Sandra Fowkes-Godek

NASA Engineered formula – The Right Stuff

Isotonic Drinks with Kari Beltran

Cramping Science Research with Dr. Sandra Fowkes-Godek

Neurology of a Cramp with Dr. Kevin Miller

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August 7, 2019August 7, 2019

Cramping Neurology – 573

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In Cramping Science interview #1 with Dr. Kevin Miller, we did not even get to Cramping Neurology. We spent about 90 packed minutes discussing your questions and the role hydration plays in cramping.

Dr. Miller and Mike McKenney knew there was no way to do justice to cramping science without addressing the neurology component.

Cramp – an involuntary painful contraction of skeletal muscle brought on by a variety of factors. This podcast focuses on cramps related to the exercise of healthy individuals.

There is a teeter-totter between excitation and inhibition of the muscles from the nerves.

Cramping Neurology, nerve cell, axon, dendrite, Dr. Kevin Miller

What is Cramping Neurology?

Most basic definition: the role of the nervous system in cramping

About 8 minutes in Dr. Miller discusses the 3 main nerve cramp theories:

Central Theory –

This is the best supported through research stating the cramp occurs at the nerve cell body

There are two threshold levels for the cell body to cause a contraction known as a “bipolar state.”

Peripheral Theory –

Happens along the axon or end of the motor neuron.

We can stop a cramp from occurring by blocking the afferent activity with a nerve block to the tendon…but it is not always true.

Muscle Fiber Level Theory –

Least favorable among researchers but says that it happens at the muscle fiber level

Does the brain adjust and make the cramp easier?

Around minute 15 Mike asks if cramps can become a learned response from the brain

Of course, Dr. Kevin Miller has an answer that is helpful but not definitive

He does remind us:

each cramp is unique
there are many factors
frequent crampers need to know their triggers

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Mike McKenney – email

Dr. Kevin Miller – email

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July 31, 2019August 5, 2019

Cramping Science with Dr. Fowkes-Godek 572

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Dr. Sandra Fowkes Godek knows cramping science. If you go to her bio on Levelen you will see:

“Dr. Sandra Fowkes Godek is a world-renowned expert in Hydration Sports Science, with over a decade of research in thermoregulation, athlete sweat testing, and fluid & electrolyte replenishment. “

Her West Chester University bio shows even more.

She is the director of the H.E.A.T. Institute

Truly if you want to nerdy out about cramping science read some of her research or find a way to connect with her.

So what about Cramping Science?

Man oh man oh man.

Dr. Fowkes-Godek is smart, quick and a great talker. the numbers and data she can just rattle of about cramping, chloride, potassium, sodium blood levels is amazing.

But she is fun to listen to and engaging.

What is even more she is coming back on the Sports Medicine Broadcast to continue discussing cramping science.

Some of her research with the Philadelphia Eagles included taking guys who were in active full body cramps and drawing blood. How's that for suffering for science.

She also spent hours making specialized drinks to help athletes replace what they lost.

If you can shake dried sweat off your shirt, then you are a salty sweater and need a little extra salt (without added potassium).

What about heat illness and cramping?

If we train people to drink when they are thirsty and give them free access to water we can almost assuredly avoid dehydration.

This does not mean heat exhaustion is only related to hydration

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Mike McKenney – m.mckenney@northeastern.edu

Dr. Fowkes-Godek – SFowkes-Godek@wcupa.edu

Jeremy Jackson

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July 24, 2019April 17, 2019

Isotonic Drinks – Cramping Science – 571

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Isotonic Drink – neutral or balanced. Fluids and electrolytes can move freely across the abdominal walls without requiring extra processing

Hypertonic Drink – formulas more dense than normal blood causing the body to pull water into the abdomen to process

Hypotonic Drink – are lower in electrolytes than the blood creating a movement of carbohydrates and electrolytes into the stomach and out of the blood

What are some examples of each?

Isotonic – Hoist Hydration (use coupon code “TheSMB”)

Hypertonic – Pickle Juice, The Right Stuff.

Hypotonic – Powerade, Gatorade

What are Mike McKenney's Thoughts?

Mike previously joined the Sports Medicine Broadcast to discuss hypo-hydration and some of the research he has been doing.

As more of an expert in cramping science Mike is leading the series

When are Isotonic Drinks worth drinking?

HOIST was actually created by some hard partying college grads as a way to “cure” a hangover. So if you are going for a night on the town take an Isotonic Drink with you to finish off the night and improve your morning.

Dr. Mark knoblauch discussed how living a low sodium diet has helped him live with greatly reduced symptoms of his Menier's and BPVD.

If you are not sweating and burning electrolytes and calories or have a need for low sodium in your life seek medical advice first.