Sports Medicine on Tap

Steven Frey
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Steven Frey, a sports medicine board certified orthopeadic surgeon and Brandon Olaya, a certified athletic trainer, will be talking about the injuries of current athletes and what those injuries may mean for the athlete. In a relaxed format, we will explain the injury, treatment options, and expected return to sport as well career impact. We will have various guests - physicians, physical therapists, athletic trainers and some athletes talking shop. Intended to be a little more light hearted than this topic is usually presented... over a couple beers.

  1. Episode 144 - Jaren Jackson Jr., PVNS

    1D AGO

    Episode 144 - Jaren Jackson Jr., PVNS

    Two time NBA All-Star, recently acquired by the Utah Jazz, will miss the remainder of this season due to surgery on his knee to treat Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis (say what?!?....come again?). In addition to doing another Olympic update, we explain what PVNS is and if it will be a problem for Jaren Jackson Jr. Does he really need to miss the rest of this season? Are there other factors at play in that decision making? Will this impact his career? All this and a very cool update from our producer, Kyle Miller, owner of Timber Reel Productions with the upcoming release of a life goal passion project!

    45 min
  2. 143: Skiing with a Torn ACL? Dr. Frey & Brandon Analyze Lindsey Vonn’s 2026 Olympic Run

    FEB 14

    143: Skiing with a Torn ACL? Dr. Frey & Brandon Analyze Lindsey Vonn’s 2026 Olympic Run

    The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano-Cortina have delivered one of the most polarizing and inspiring medical storylines in sports history. This week, we are breaking down the "impossible" comeback attempt of Lindsey Vonn. In this episode: The "Zero-Percent ACL" Decision: We analyze how Vonn was cleared to race an Olympic downhill just nine days after a complete ACL rupture in Switzerland. The Biomechanics of the Crash: A step-by-step breakdown of the 13-second run. Why a 5-inch error on her line led to a complex tibia fracture, and why her previous ACL injury wasn't the cause of the fall. The Surgical Reality: Dr. Frey explains the "multidisciplinary" approach to her recovery, including the three surgeries she has already undergone to stabilize the fracture and manage compartment syndrome concerns. The "Grit" Factor: We discuss the psychology of competing at 41 with a titanium knee and a fresh ligament tear.

    59 min
  3. Episode 142 - Gino Gradkowski, Super Bowl preview

    FEB 6

    Episode 142 - Gino Gradkowski, Super Bowl preview

    Who better to sit down with, to talk about the upcoming super bowl, than a former Super bowl champion!! We have a great show with Gino Gradkowski, who is a former NFL center and was part of the Baltimore Ravens 2012 Super Bowl championship team! We delve into his seven year NFL career and what it was like winning the Super Bowl. We discuss the lead up to the big game and also what it is like to traded to another organization, especially on April 1st! We learn what it is like to play against your brother, Bruce Gradkowski, in an NFL game and what it is like to grow up in Pittsburgh but get drafted by the Ravens, especially when your brother is playing for Pittsburgh! We make our Super Bowl predicitons and, of course, there was no way to not talk about Lindsey Vonn, and the miracle she is trying to pull off!

    1h 8m
  4. Episode 141 - playoff injury round up

    JAN 17

    Episode 141 - playoff injury round up

    We welcome one of our new sports medicine surgeons, Dr. Nicholas Bertha. We cover the final 8 teams for a round up on playoff relevant injuries!

    46 min
  5. Episode 140 - Alex Singleton, Testicular Cancer

    12/29/2025

    Episode 140 - Alex Singleton, Testicular Cancer

    We welcome urologist, Dr. Jayram Krishnan, to our show to discuss the important topic of testicular cancer. Hear the amazing story of Denver Bronco linebacker, Alex Singleton. Learn how he was diagnosed and the importance of awareness and self exams within the young, athletic population, those whom are most at risk. How did he only miss one game!?! We also touch on TJ Watt and what to expect from the pneumothorax which currently has him sidelined. Will he be back for this all important, playoff deciding, upcoming game with the Ravens?

    1h 1m
  6. Episode 139 - playing with fractures

    12/07/2025

    Episode 139 - playing with fractures

    Herbert, Danny Dimes, Rodgers and more! How are three NFL quaterbacks playing with fractures? The common thread of this most recent episode is how are three hockey players, I mean, NFL quarterbacks currently playing despite breaking bones? We reveal how and why, in addition to toughness, these critical players are able to minimize down time, despite breaking bones!

    43 min
  7. Episode 138 - AJ Duffy, NATA President

    11/22/2025

    Episode 138 - AJ Duffy, NATA President

    In this episode, we were honored to welcome the 16th President of the National Athletic Trainers' Association, A.J. Duffy, III, MS, ATC, PT BIO. Duffy has an incredibly accomplished career including 34 years as head athletic trainer and physical therapist for Widener University. His accolades are too many to list! Through Duffy's career we gain insight into the evolution of the profession, career pearls, and the future directions of Athletic Training.

    1h 4m
  8. Episode 137 - Jayden Daniels, elbow dislocation

    11/15/2025

    Episode 137 - Jayden Daniels, elbow dislocation

    There were a few high profile injuries in the NFL the last few weeks! We discuss some of these types of injuries, highlighted by the Jayden Daniels elbow dislocation and the Travis Hunter LCL tear. Despite how gruesome the elbow dislocation was to watch, will it be devastating for his career? When will he be back and will get back to playing at the same level? We covered these topics along with the Alex Singleton story, Joe Burrow, Garrett Wilson, Oronde Gadsden, and of course, Joel Embiid!

    43 min
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Steven Frey, a sports medicine board certified orthopeadic surgeon and Brandon Olaya, a certified athletic trainer, will be talking about the injuries of current athletes and what those injuries may mean for the athlete. In a relaxed format, we will explain the injury, treatment options, and expected return to sport as well career impact. We will have various guests - physicians, physical therapists, athletic trainers and some athletes talking shop. Intended to be a little more light hearted than this topic is usually presented... over a couple beers.

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  • Creator
    Steven Frey
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    145
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
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  • Show Website
    Sports Medicine on Tap

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