Episodes
The dreaded Cold Ice Plunge only lasts for a few minutes, but - what happens to the human body, and mind - when it comes to elongated stays inside of icy-cold water? Veteran Sports Journalist Chris Ballard visits us to share details about ice swimming, the state of sports journalism and more inside this episode of The 6 to 8 Weeks Podcast
Published 07/04/24
Athletes, both professional and every-day, are playing far-longer than they have in recent decades. The hope to find something special to extend performance but also general satisfaction from participation in sports is real. It's time to talk with a man that has done extensive research into a variety of internal aspects concerning logevity in sports inside this episode of The 6 to 8 Weeks Podcast
Published 07/04/24
Learn all about Pablo Torre's journey in sports journalism / media and some insight into his story from several years ago about Stephen Curry's ankles.
Published 07/03/24
The NBA Off-Season is in full swing and there is a lot of chatter about new (and old!) players who may play for the Warriors next season. One of the concerns, particularly for an older team, is the health of possible new signings. Listen to our latest podcast as we break down potential players for the Warriors and their injury history including Paul George, Klay Thompson, Kevin Durant, Jimmy Butler, and more in our latest podcast. Connect with the Hosts of The 6-8 Weeks...
Published 07/01/24
The NBA Off-Season is in full swing and there is a lot of chatter about new (and old!) players who may play for the Warriors next season. One of the concerns, particularly for an older team, is the health of possible new signings. Listen to our latest podcast as we break down potential players for the Warriors and their injury history including Paul George, Klay Thompson, Kevin Durant, Jimmy Butler, and more in our latest podcast.
Published 06/29/24
  With the NBA Finals starting this week how will injuries impact the series? Listen to our latest podcast as we break down how calf injuries, concussions, load management, and ankle injuries may impact the Dallas / Boston series.   Connect with the Hosts of The 6-8 Weeks Podcast: It's never been easier to connect with the hosts of The 6-8 Weeks Podcast. Read on below to share your perspectives on this episode of The 6-8 Weeks Podcast. === Connect with Dr. Brian...
Published 06/11/24
With the NBA Finals starting this week how will injuries impact the series? Listen to our latest podcast as we break down how calf injuries, concussions, load management, and ankle injuries may impact the Dallas / Boston series.
Published 06/04/24
Athletes, both professional and every-day, are playing far-longer than they have in recent decades. The hope to find something special to extend performance but also general satisfaction from participation in sports is real. It's time to talk with a man that has done extensive research into a variety of internal aspects concerning logevity in sports inside this episode of The 6 to 8 Weeks Podcast... Connect with The 6-8 Weeks Podcast: There's a LOT of detail included in...
Published 05/29/24
Injuries for professional basketball players are a very common occurrence. What isn't common, however is having to endure an NBA final season - without a California-based basketball team represented. It's time to find out what three orthopedic surgeons from the San Francisco area think of both of these phenomenon and more inside this episode of The 6 to 8 Weeks Podcast... Connect with The 6-8 Weeks Podcast: There's a LOT of detail included in this program. Do you want to...
Published 05/16/24
Surgery can be tremendously stressful - unless you are familiar with what happens before you get there. There's finally a compiled listing of events, planning and detail that helps you to undersetand more of what  goes into the innerworkings of your surgery - thanks to the this program. It's time to learn what three orthopedic surgeons do to prepare for your first visit and surgery inside this episode of The 6 to 8 Weeks Podcast... Connect with The 6-8 Weeks...
Published 05/06/24
It used to be that pitchers in Major League Baseball (MLB) not only pitched for many if not all innings in a game - but for far longer periods of time when it comes to career length. What's happened recently? There is apparently a trend where MLB pitchers are injuring and reinjuring themselves far-more regularly. Three orthopedic surgeons dig in deep to uncover what's generating larger and larger disabled lists inside this episode of The 6 to 8 Weeks Podcast... Connect...
Published 05/01/24
While many people are familiar with meniscus injuries and ACL tears, when they hear they've injured their labrum - the question marks pop up a'plenty. What exactly is going on with this injury and what can three orthopedic surgeons tell us about it? That and the process of recovery after this injury are the focus of this episode of The 6 to 8 Weeks Podcast... Connect with The 6-8 Weeks Podcast: There's a LOT of detail included in this program. Do you want to share YOUR...
Published 04/18/24
When you gather a group of towering men, have them run in close proximity during what is a decidedly competitive professional basketball season - there's going to be wear and tear - and that means INJURIES. It's time to get the most-recent hot take from three orthopedic surgeons about injuries impacting professional NBA players in the Western Conference, as this year's NBA Playoffs approach inside this episode of The 6 to 8 Weeks Podcast... Connect with The 6-8 Weeks...
Published 04/04/24
Running, economics and crafting a valuable homefront are all incredibly detailed efforts. Many of us try to make great strides within these effortss, but few do it with the skill, detail and reverence that Author, Doctor and Professor Emily Oster does. It's time to see what she can share with three orthopedic surgeons inside this episode of The 6 to 8 Weeks Podcast. Connect with The 6-8 Weeks Podcast: There's a LOT of detail included in this program. Do you want to share...
Published 03/27/24
Parents always want their kids to grow up to be a doctor, don't they? In the case of Pablo Torre, it's truth, but the future had a different plan for Pablo. Learn all about his journey into Sports Journalism, Sports Media and how a grand new project allows great content to remain relevant inside this episode of The 6 to 8 Weeks Podcast. Connect with The 6-8 Weeks Podcast: There's a LOT of detail included in this program. Do you want to share YOUR perspective about it?...
Published 03/18/24
The dreaded Cold Ice Plunge only lasts for a few minutes, but - what happens to the human body, and mind - when it comes to elongated stays inside of icy-cold water? Veteran Sports Journalist Chris Ballard visits 3 orthopedic surgeons to share details about ice swimming, the state of sports journalism and more inside this episode of The 6 to 8 Weeks Podcast. Connect with The 6-8 Weeks Podcast: There's a LOT of detail included in this program. Do you want to share YOUR...
Published 03/12/24
OCD Lesions are unique injuries to both cartilage and bone and not only occur in adults, but also often occur in the bodies of today's youth. It's time to find out more from a series of answers, details and lightbulb-conjuring lessons from 3 orthopedic surgeons inside this episode of The 6 to 8 Weeks Podcast. Connect with The 6-8 Weeks Podcast: There's a LOT of detail included in this program. Do you want to share YOUR perspective about it? Connect with The 6-8 Weeks...
Published 03/04/24
Human tissue is amazing. To think that a section of it can be harvested - whether it be your own or from another source, to change the future movement that will propel your body, career choices and life, makes the mind reel. It's time to learn what three orthopedic surgerons think about the various types of ACL grafts that can be made (patellar, hamstring and quadricep) to impact patients of all kinds inside this episode of The 6 to 8 Weeks Podcast. Connect with The 6-8...
Published 02/26/24
Few things offer better insight and validation than testimony from the next generation you're helping to learn, grow and craft the future of your profession. All that and more is included in this in-depth interview with two Fellows, about their Fellowship experience inside this episode of The 6 to 8 Weeks Podcast. Connect with The 6-8 Weeks Podcast: There's a LOT of detail included in this program. Do you want to share YOUR perspective about it? Connect with The 6-8...
Published 02/08/24
The only thing more vital to knowing who wins a Super Bowl, is knowing how the current year's injuries, trends in sports and what three orthopedic surgeons think of this year's match-up. Thankfully, those things and more are included inside this episode of The 6 to 8 Weeks Podcast. Connect with The 6-8 Weeks Podcast: There's a LOT of detail included in this program. Do you want to share YOUR perspective about it? Connect with The 6-8 Weeks Podcast Now! Subscribe...
Published 02/06/24
Orthopedic surgery is a fast-paced practice, but there’s far-more to this episode’s guest than keeping up the pace when taking care of patients. Nick Colyvas is not just a meniscus repair specialist, he also uses his keep skills, perspectives and drive for success in F-1 racing. It’s time to talk all about meniscus tears, repairs, F-1 Racing and more inside this episode of The 6 to 8 Weeks Podcast.
Published 01/27/24
Orthopedic surgery is a fast-paced practice, but there's far-more to this episode's guest than keeping up the pace when taking care of patients. Nick Colyvas is not just a meniscus repair specialist, he also uses his keep skills, perspectives and drive for success in F-1 racing. It's time to talk all about meniscus tears, repairs, F-1 Racing and more  inside this episode of The 6 to 8 Weeks Podcast. Connect with The 6-8 Weeks Podcast: There's a LOT of detail included in...
Published 01/23/24
Cycling has evolved a LOT since 1817, and so have the people that ride these mechanical marvels. Today, Dr. David Ferguson, who with his wife's help, company and loving spirit for cycling, has set a Guiness World Record while accomplishing a truly amazing achievement. Whether you're looking for the way to gauge the perfect ride height, or just starting in cycling it's time to learn Everything You Want to Know About Biking inside this episode of The 6 to 8 Weeks Podcast....
Published 01/10/24
Cycling has evolved a LOT since 1817, and so have the people that ride these mechanical marvels. Today, Dr. David Ferguson, who with his wife's help, company and loving spirit for cycling, has set a Guiness World Record while accomplishing a truly amazing achievement. Whether you're looking for the way to gauge the perfect ride height, or just starting in cycling it's time to learn Everything You Want to Know About Biking inside this episode of The 6 to 8 Weeks Podcast.
Published 01/10/24
Each year, millions around the world embark on a grand new adventure, that involves THEIR WEIGHT. Whether you're an athlete, someone more sedentary, or something in-between, you have likely committed to managing your weight differently as the calendar rolls to yet another 1-1. This week, Dr. Diana Thiara stops in to help unlock weight management to help guide the listeners of The 6-8 Weeks Podcast to brighter, lighter days in 2024.
Published 01/05/24