SYP Interview: Dr. Anthony Beutler & Youth Sport Injury and Specialization
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Join us in this insightful interview with Dr. Anthony Butler, a leading sports medicine physician, as we delve into the pressing issue of youth sports injuries and how to prevent them. Discover the risks of early sports specialization, learn practical tips for injury prevention, and hear expert advice on ensuring a positive sports experience for young athletes. Whether you're a parent, coach, or simply passionate about youth sports, this conversation offers valuable knowledge to help keep our young athletes safe, healthy, and enjoying the games they love.
Dr. Anthony Beutler is an expert in this field, serving as the associate medical director of Sports Medicine for Intermountain Healthcare. He is also the program director for Intermountain’s Sports Medicine fellowship in Provo, Utah, and serves as a team physician for Brigham Young and Utah Valley Universities, and previously as a team physician for the US Naval Academy. As a member of the JUMP-ACL Partnership and of the CHAMP Consortium, his study teams have received multiple national grants and awards for their ground-breaking work in injury prevention and injury prediction.
0:10 - Introduction
1:34 - Introduction of Dr. Anthony Butler
3:06 - Why Dr. Butler joined the Strong Youth Project advisory team
5:00 - Discussion on youth sport injuries and their prevention
7:47 - Overuse injuries and their preventability
11:05 - Specialization in youth sports and its drawbacks
14:47 - ACL injury prevention
19:17 - Resources for parents without access to specialized training
21:26 - Dr. Butler's advice as a parent on promoting positive sports experiences
26:22 - Importance of fun and socializing in youth sports
27:15 - Conclusion and final remarks