Holistic Health with Dr. Heather Heck: Interview with Dr. Alicia Barnes, DC, CCSP

Send us Fan MailDr. Alicia Barnes has seen an increase in knee, elbow, and shoulder surgeries in student-athletes in her practice alone. These injuries and general strain have increased risks of degenerative joint disease. The American Psychological Association recommends 2-3 months off a sport each year. We need to ask ourselves whether the physical, mental, and emotional toll youth athletics are taking on our kids is worth the payouts. The percentage of high school students becoming D1 college athletes is small, not to mention the likelihood they'll become professional athletes. It needs to be about balance, especially in these developmental years...Alicia is a good friend and knowledgeable youth sports practitioner. This episode has a ton of good insight!Support the show☕ Fuel the Conversation! Loving the podcast? If you’d like to send a little cup of coffee my way in gratitude (and to keep me going!), I’d truly appreciate it. Because it’s the little things... Consider subscribing so you never miss a weekly episode!You can also find my videos on YouTube.