Indications for Shockwave in Teenage Athletes

Title : Indications for Shockwave in Teenage Athletes

Abstract:

To understand the treatment, you first must understand the science behind the use of Shockwave therapy. Young athletes are specializing in sport at an early age and their physical training demands often get in the way of their natural development during adolescent and teen years, thus leading to injuries. This discussion will help the practitioner have the tools to keep these young athletes training and competing without having to tell them that they need to shut down for a season. 

Audience Take Away Notes:

• When to distinguish between Radial and Focused Shockwave therapy in teenage athletes
• What is the evidence to support using Shockwave therapy in younger athletes
• Which injuries can you utilize Shockwave therapy
• How often can you perform Shockwave therapy

Biography:

Dr. Spector studied Economics at McGill University, Montreal, Canada and graduated in 1986. He went to the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and graduated in 1992. He completed a surgical residency at the Georgia Podiatric Surgical Residency in Atlanta, GA. He is the immediate past president of the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine and is the Scientific Director of their yearly Stand Alone Meeting in Sports Medicine. He has published several papers and is a frequent lecturer both in the United States and Europe. Dr. Spector is in private practice at Atlanta Sports Podiatry in Johns Creek, GA, USA.