In this special episode of Get Back to Your Life, we speak with Aaron Harper, a veteran who endured 33 years of back pain following a service-related injury. Despite decades of suffering, Aaron never gave up hope. With the help of Spine Surgeon Dr. Ehsan Jazini at VSI, he discovered a life-changing solution that allowed him to reclaim a full and active life. Join us as he shares his inspiring journey and valuable insights to offer hope and guidance to other veterans seeking relief and recovery.

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Millions of young athletes dedicate themselves to reaching the next level in their sport. But with intense training and early specialization comes a troubling rise in sports-related overuse injuries—like stress fractures and Pars injuries—that sideline kids from competition, leaving parents feeling helpless and young athletes questioning their future. Parents watching their child suffer from sports injury pain often ask: What’s next? Will they fully recover, or could pain be a lifelong challenge?

Today’s guest understands that struggle firsthand. At just 15, Matteo Vasiliadis was forced to put his dream of Division 1 collegiate diving on hold for 9 months after suffering a serious overuse injury to his spine. Matteo’s journey to healing didn’t just involve rest and recovery; he pursued an innovative approach with natural therapies and cutting-edge stem cell treatments to help his body repair and strengthen. This combination, performed by Dr. Christopher Good, allowed him to heal from his fractures without surgery, regain his physical abilities, and ultimately get back to the pool competing at Brown University.

If your child is dealing with the pain and frustration of a sports injury, you’re likely wondering—can they come back stronger? Will they be able to pursue their passion without the shadow of long-term pain?

Matteo's story is a must-listen for young athletes and their families, offering valuable insights for young athletes and their families determined to get back to the sport they love.

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For additional information and resources, visit VSISpine.com.

With the rise of competitive youth sports and year-round training, overuse injuries in young athletes are becoming a growing concern for parents. Each year, millions of children experience sports-related injuries, many due to excessive training and lack of recovery time.

In this episode, Spine Surgeon Dr. Colin Haines and Sports Medicine Specialist Dr. Niteesh Bharara delve into the causes, signs, and prevention of overuse injuries, such as stress fractures, tendonitis, and runner’s knee. They explain how early specialization in one sport, combined with high-intensity schedules, increases the risk of these injuries and offer practical advice on how parents can protect their athletes.

Learn how to recognize when your child’s pain is more than just fatigue and what steps to take for proper healing. From early detection to recovery strategies like physical therapy and regenerative medicine, our experts provide insights to help your athlete stay healthy and strong.

Key Topics Covered:

• Why sports overuse injuries are on the rise
• Common overuse injuries in young athletes
• Signs your child may be suffering from an overuse injury
• Effective prevention and treatment options for a faster recovery

Tune in to safeguard your child’s sports future and ensure they can continue playing the sports they love—injury-free!