Episode 95 - Shockwave and Laser for Kids?

Form, Function and Flow Lab with Dr. Kate

In this informative episode, Dr. Kate Eckert breaks down how advanced therapies like laser and shockwave can safely help student athletes of all ages—from elementary school through high school. Whether it's treating acute injuries, chronic conditions, or preventing future problems, Dr. Kate shares her expertise on age-appropriate treatments that get young athletes back in the game faster and stronger.

From wound healing to ankle sprains, headaches to knee injuries, discover how these cutting-edge therapies are revolutionizing youth sports medicine while keeping safety as the top priority.

Key Highlights:

• Safe laser therapy for kids as young as 6-8 years old
• Shockwave treatment starting around age 8 for specific conditions
• Real success stories: Sever's disease, tension headaches, and sports injuries
• Why ankle braces might be doing more harm than good
• The connection between ankle injuries and knee problems in female athletes
• Treating partial tears and chronic sprains with regenerative therapy
• How fibrous adhesions from old injuries affect adult athletes
• Personalized treatment plans: rest vs. staying in season
• The importance of early intervention for faster healing