Terry Zeigler
I am a professor in Kinesiology at Vanguard University of Southern California and have been teaching in the field of sports medicine for over 20 years. Combining my experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer working with numerous sports, I am able to bring both the academic knowledge and the clinical experience together to help others learn how to recognize, manage, and rehabilitate injuries.
My areas of research include the latest in concussion research and reducing catastrophic injuries in the sport of cheerleading. I am an adovocate for youth sports safety and am passionate about educating coaches about how to best protect and keep their athletes safe while practicing and competing.
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My areas of research include the latest in concussion research and reducing catastrophic injuries in the sport of cheerleading. I am an adovocate for youth sports safety and am passionate about educating coaches about how to best protect and keep their athletes safe while practicing and competing.
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Cheerleaders: Lessons Before You FlyIdeally, flyers should be selected based on their past experience in gymnastics and/or tumbling, strong core muscles, and good kinesthetic awareness; not on their small size. -
National Cheer Safety Month: Improve Safety by Providing Protective MatsIn honor of National Cheer Safety Month, it is time for the cheer industry to invest in the safety of the young athletes whose families financially support their industry. Move the athletes off the grass and onto protective mats.
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National Cheer Safety Month: Reflecting on the Injury DataLeading cheer safety advocates understand the risk factors involved in cheer. Additional research is needed to better track and analyze the injuries sustained in all levels of cheer.
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Sudden Death in High School AthletesWhile one athlete died from a congenital heart defect (Matthew Hammerdorfer, age 17), it appears that Wes Leonard (age 16) died from sudden cardiac arrest brought on by a cardiomyopathy (Foxnews.com, 2011; Khou.com, 2011). -
When Coaches Hurt Athletes in the Name of the GameTeaching aggressive behavior is a skill that is needed in the name of the game. However, physically injuring an athlete is not an acceptable coaching technique. -
Keeping Cheerleaders Safe at Summer CampNew research based on the science of biomechanics has proven that stunting on grass, dirt, artificial turf, and rubberized track is no safer than stunting on hardwood floors. Choose a summer camp that provides protective mats for the athletes.
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Treating a Hamstring StrainThe pain from a hamstring strain can linger for months after an initial injury. Proper care includes immediate treatment and progressive rehabilitation. -
Purpose of Meniscus CartilageBecause a healthy meniscus plays a critical role in joint nutrition and stability, repairing a torn meniscus is a better option for overall joint health when compared to removal. -
A Message to Parents About Cheerleading SafetySafety in cheerleading depends on a number of factors. The risk factors for serious injuries increase significantly the minute an athlete is lifted or tossed into the air. -
Fingernail and Toenail InjuriesInjuries to the nail bed are very common in sports either from acute trauma or repetitive forces. Most will heal completely with proper treatment. -
Anatomy of the ShoulderUnderstanding the anatomical structures within the shoulder provides insight into the types of injuries seen in sport. -
How Bad is My Concussion?While "grading" concussions (1st, 2nd, and 3rd degree concussions) used to be the standard of care, it is no longer practiced. A concussion is a brain injury - period. -
Competing with a Concussion is Not an Option for AthletesMany athletes play through pain. However, as three-time World Cup champion skier Lindsey Vonn learned firsthand, concussions are different. -
Intensely Overworking Muscles Can Lead to a Life-Threatening Condition in AthletesOverzealous strength training programs focusing on high intensity repetitions of eccentric exercise can lead to destruction of muscle tissue placing an athlete at risk for possible kidney failure. Prevention is the key. -
Treating Athletes with ConcussionsGuidelines now recommend that athletes do not return to play on the same day of their injury. Legislation may soon follow that mandates this guideline. -
Overuse Shoulder InjuriesDiagnosing impingement syndrome correctly and early is important to prevent permanent damage to the supraspinatus and stabilizing structures. -
NFL Concussion Awareness Results in Better Management of AthletesA recent study revealed that while there was not a significant increase in the number of concussions in the past decade, the data showed a significant change in how athletes with concussions were managed. -
Using Ice to Treat New InjuriesTreating injuries with cold therapy has long been known to be beneficial. Knowing how and when to use the specific types of cryotherapy can help injuries heal faster.
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Reducing Catastrophic Injuries in CheerleadingCatastrophic injuries in cheerleading are on the rise across the country as girls and young women compete for prestigious spots on junior high, high school, college, and private club teams.