Archive for the ‘Doctor's corner’ Category

Winter Exercise Blues

George Hurbert once said that “every mile is two in winter”
 
And isn’t it so true when it comes to exercising in the winter.  It is twice as difficult to get up at 5 am in the morning to go to the gym or bravely face the winter cold for a morning jog.  It’s dark, cold [...]

Posted by editor on May 27th, 2009 under Doctor's corner  •  9 Comments

Be aware of Neck injuries!

Dr. Ian Morris, teamdoctor of the Vodacom Cheetahs has took the time to inform the other keen rugbyplayers as well as supporters out there about the dangers of neck injuries.
This is a very significant injury with a high morbidity and unfortunately is reasonably common in the game of rugby. Fortunately though, the incidence of debilitating/serious [...]

Posted by editor on April 6th, 2009 under Doctor's corner  •  8 Comments

Vra die dokter - ask the doctor!

Daar iets wat jy, die ondersteuner, graag van die Vodacom Cheetahs se spandokter - Dr. Ian Morris wil weet?  Hoe die spelers herstel van beserings, watter tipe beserings mens kry, ens.  Vra jou vrae hier en die dokter sal dit beantwoord.
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Do you have a burning questions to ask the Vodacom Cheetahs team doctor, Dr. Ian Morris?  [...]

Posted by editor on March 24th, 2009 under Doctor's corner  •  7 Comments

Sports Injuries: Concussion

Concussion is a significant injury and occurs quite commonly in the game of rugby, but can also occur in any sport of which contact comprises a component, such as hockey or soccer, amongst others.  It can be caused by either a direct blow to the head or in severe cases, a heavy blow to the [...]

Posted by admin on February 3rd, 2009 under Doctor's corner  •  15 Comments