Special Encore Presentation: The Bir Truth

In the first segment Ray Ellis analyzes the current state of the NFL CBA including the implications for medical and benefits for retired players. In the second segment, Dr. Cynthia Bir of Wayne State University and co-host of the Emmy-award winning show, Sports Science, shares her research about the physics and physiology of concussions. In the third segment we speak to Helen Struckmann, a master manual and massage therapist, who discusses the role of manual treatment in soft tissue injuries and the importance of good communication between healthcare providers. Finally, the show closes with an interview with sports medicine doctor Joseph Fernandez, M.D., an ex-semi-pro wide receiver who himself suffered from concussions during his career.