Off the IR with Dr. Aubrey Green

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A sports and lifestyle podcast where longtime practicing Doctor, Aubrey Green, details his thoughts and gives his expert opinion on the sports landscape both on and off the court. Off the IR will strive to educate its listeners on the impact that mental and physical health can have on the game itself. Join us every Monday and Thursday as Dr. Green and Mike DiStefano break down the barriers and discuss what the mainstream media isn't talking about and how the off-the-field stories impact on-field performance.

Off the IR with Dr. Aubrey Green


    • Apr 1, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 42m AVG DURATION
    • 36 EPISODES


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    Ep 36: Third Wave Reality, Vaccines, & some post-surgical advice

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2021 23:08


    In this solo podcast Dr. Green discusses the very real and dangerous third wave, avoidable regrets, some positive vaccine news, and the expected impact of the NFL and NFLPA adding games. The Injury Report features James Harden, George Springer and Brooks Koepka...it concludes with some advice around post-surgical timelines.

    Ep 35: Reffing Integrity, March Madness Inequality, Lebron on the IR

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2021 19:54


    In today’s concise solo podcast, Dr. Green shouts out his associate Dr. Klerer and reiterates the importance of getting treatment early to prevent issues from getting worse. Dr. G weighs in on recent hockey news. NHL referee Tim Peel was fired after getting caught on a hot mic. He goes on to discuss the inequality between men’s and women’s sports. The Injury Report is packed today featuring: Lebron James, Kevin Durant, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jayson Tatum, Joel Embiid, George Springer and Freddy Anderson. In his final thought, Dr. Green addresses the distressing news of the shootings happening in the United States.

    Ep 34: Hump day, Getting treated ASAP and some injury woes

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2021 25:01


    Dr. Green flies solo today as he discusses a puppy problem at home. He gives advice for those who have had or are awaiting shoulder surgery, including the importance of finding the right sleeping position. Dr. Green talks sports headlines including NFL free agency, and the next moves for Rob Gronkowski and Kyle Long. The injury report features Bud Dupree, CJ McCollum, Dak Prescott, Joel Embiid and Kevin Durant.

    Ep 33: International Women’s day, Rehab vs Exercise, Brenda’s Birthday

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2021 43:47


    Dr. Green is joined by co-host Mariah Amber and they discuss International Women’s day. Dr. Green tells story about his bucket list trip and how he met Steph Curry. Dr Green outlines the difference between exercise and rehab in a case of hip dysfunction. The Injury Report features Brooks Koepka, Bud Dupree and Blake Griffin. The pair discusses the passing of Walter Gretzky and Chris Schulz. The episode concludes with Dr. Green discussing Brenda’s birthday and deep conversations with his son, Dylan.

    Ep 32: Coyotes, Predictable injuries & one day at a time

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 34:29


    In this episode Dr. Green tells the story of his family's encounter with a coyote over the weekend. This weeks injury report revisits athletes that Dr. Green has discussed in prior episodes like Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, Rafael Nadal and Bianca Andreescu. He talks about the recent news of Tiger Woods' car accident and applauds the golf world for doing the right thing. Dr. Green's final thought is about taking life one day at a time.

    Ep 31: Flexing, Covid Struggles and When to See a Doctor

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2021 45:23


    In this episode Dr. Green and Mariah talk "flexing". Sidney Crosby plays his 1000th NHL Game. Dr. Green and Mariah discuss authenticity and Covid struggles. The Injury Report features Anthony Davis, Graham DeLaet and Mariah? In the Ask the Doc segment Dr. Green answers the question, "When is it time to seek treatment?" and about the difference between acupuncture and massage. Dr. Green discusses the passing of Sergei Tchekmarev, longtime masseur of the Detroit Red Wings.

    Ep 30: Turning the Page & Action Packed Injury Report

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2021 18:43


    In this solo and impromptu episode, Dr. Green talks about turning the page, turning points for the show and getting back into a routine after his kids returned to school. An action packed injury report includes: Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, Anthony Davis and Jayson Tatum. Today's final thought is about transition periods in your life.

    Ep 29: Superbowl Weeknd, Nadal's wisdom & Deconditioning Pitfalls

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2021 47:56


    Dr. Green and Mariah discuss the Superbowl and Dr. Green tells a story of his unexpected visit to Bonnaroo. The Injury Report centers around Rafael Nadal and his lingering back injury heading into the Australian Open. Dr. Green has some reservations about the NBA All-Star game and during the "Ask the Doc" segment Dr. Green discusses groin injuries.

    Ep 28: Groundhog Day, Covid vaccines and front-line insight

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2021 38:50


    Is it actually groundhog day? With so much confusion, disappointment and struggle going on, it was time to get an update on the status of Covid-19 Vaccines and if a return to normalcy is within our grasps. Dr. Green is pleased to once again welcome to the podcast Dr. David Carr, ER physician and expert front-line worker to provide the unfiltered reality you need to hear. Dr. Green concludes the cortisone discussion from last episode with Dr. Carr’s take on the subject.

    Ep 27: Coaching, Cortisone shots & Patrick Mahomes' Big Toe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2021 55:10


    In today’s episode Dr. Green talks about the impact coaches can have on players mentally and emotionally. In particular he mentions Mike Babcock who was just hired as a contributor on NHL on NBC sports. The IR report is centered around Patrick Mahomes, his turf toe injury and whether it will affect him in the Superbowl and beyond. Dr. Green goes on to discuss the importance of healing time, the pitfalls of cortisone shots and when/how/why to use ice. We introduce a new segment “Ask The Doc” where Dr. Green will answer your questions on an episode of the podcast.

    Ep 26 A Day to reflect and the Pursuit of Peace

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 38:11


    Dr. Green and Mariah discuss Martin Luther King Jr and the importance of knowing your history. Dr. Green talks about January 14 the anniversary of his wife Brenda's passing. They discuss grief and perspective, how the pandemic has been a blessing in disguise by allowing us the opportunity for self reflection and to recognize our blessings. Dr. Green shares his thoughts on the pursuit of peace within ones self.

    Ep 25: New year, New perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 45:52


    Dr. Green is joined by new contributor Mariah Amber content creator and in-game host for the Raptors 905. They discuss Covid shifting priorities, being grateful for what you have and being resilient. Mariah tells the story of advice she received from Michael Jordan at the NBA All-star game in Toronto. The injury report today includes Aaron Donald, Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid.

    Ep 24: Hello 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2021 32:04


    In his first podcast of 2021, Dr. Green reflects on lessons he learned from 2020, the meaning of a new year, and plans for the podcast. He also takes a look at the injury to JA Morant and how he should be approaching his recovery.

    Episode 23: NFL chatter & more with Super Bowl champ Chris Long

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2020 45:25


    Dr. Green is joined by Special Guest Chris Long, retired NFL defensive end, Back-to-Back Super Bowl Champion and now the host of the Green Light Podcast. The two discuss Super Bowl stories, the NFL and the sudden passing of Kevin Greene. They reflect on their time working together and the story of how Dr. Green ended up on the IR himself. The Go Fund Me page for Giovanni Hamilton can be found here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/for-our-friend-giovanni

    Ep 22: Short and Sweet with Jamie McLennan

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2020 20:00


    In this episode, Dr. Green returns from a brief hiatus and has a great conversation with former NHL goaltender, coach and current NHL analyst Jamie "Noodles" McLennan. They talk about hockey returning in 2021 and Jamie has some advice for young hockey players and for all those looking for ways to make the most out of these unchosen times.

    Ep 21: IR report plus an impromptu visit from Frank Corrado

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2020 31:31


    On the latest version of the injury report, Dr. Green breaks down the impact of Kemba Walker getting a stem cell injection in his knee, and the timetable for Daniel Jones' hamstring injury (0:20-12:17). Dr. Green is then joined by professional hockey player Frankie Corrado for a surprise return to the podcast to get an update on COVID-19's impact in Sweden and to get some tips on his shoulder recovery (12:17-25:00). Dr. Green ends the podcast with a final thought worth listening too.

    Ep 20: The intro of a new voice

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2020 44:52


    Dr. Green is joined by Kathleen Pedrosa Ward, the wife of our guest from Episode 19, Joel Ward. In an abbreviated version of the Injury Report, Dr. Green gives his thoughts on Gordon Hayward finding a new deal, years after recovering from a devastating leg injury. Dr. Green and Kathleen discuss her decision to join the podcast following the U.S. Elections, the impact of Kamala Harris becoming the first female Vice President, the continuing struggles with COVID. Dr. Green also gives the latest update on his shoulder and what it means for him going forward.

    One-On-One with retired NHL star Joel Ward

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2020 95:07


    Dr. Green is joined by retired NHL star Joel Ward to talk about his unconventional path to the NHL and highlights from his incredible NHL career including his Game 7 OT goal vs the Bruins and his experience playing with Alex Ovechkin and Nicklas Backstrom. Ward talks about his experience with racism in hockey, his work with the HDA (Hockey Diversity Alliance), making hockey more affordable and accessible for children who can't afford it.

    EP 18: The return of the Injury Report and the Drs Covid-19 Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2020 48:06


    Dr. Green is excited to bring back the Injury report with Al’s brother, Mike Distefano. Dr. G also checks in with COVID-19 Emergency Room front-line physician, Dr David Carr as he grapples with a rise in cases but sees promise in the future. This is a jammed pack episode!

    Ep 17: Relationships & opportunities to cleanse during COVID

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 35:36


    Dr. Green is joined by Dr. Haley Perlus, doctor of sports performance and psychology, they discuss reframing your thought process during Covid, re-evaluating relationships and disconnecting from Social media and things that drain your energy.

    Ep 16: Lessons from Brenda on Ego and Judgement

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2020 33:27


    In his first podcast since his surgery, Dr. Green reflects on lessons he learned throughout his journey. How he learned the hard way the difference between ego and confidence, why and how not to judge others and his wariness of social media. Dr. Green receives some unexpected news and discusses the path forward.

    Ep 15: The realities of being a pro athlete with Frank Corrado

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2020 42:40


    Dr. Green is joined by Special Guest Co-Host Frank Corrado. The pro hockey player discusses his adjustment to playing in Sweden and their differing approach to Covid-19, how he's adjusted his training regime and the importance of meditation.

    One-On-One with Dr. David Carr – Covid 19 Frontline Doctor

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2020 45:31


    Dr. Green has a candid discussion about the Covid-19 pandemic with Dr. David Carr, a Doctor who’s been on the front lines from the beginning. With so much misinformation circulating, Dr. Green wanted to provide listeners with a guest who could give a balanced view on the pandemic as we approach a dark winter. They discuss best practices as we continue to navigate through the pandemic and what the future may look like.

    One-On-One with NHL Legend Jason Arnott (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 58:30


    In the highly anticipated Part 2 of Dr. Green’s interview with Jason Arnott, the pair continues their enlightening discussion. They discuss Arnott’s pro off-season training regimen, struggles with pain and pain medication and the positive influence their wives have had on their lives.

    Ep 12: Why the practitioner you choose matters & why DrG is going on the IR

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2020 45:04


    Mike visits Dr. Green's clinic and compares his experience to a Chiropractor he saw earlier this month. Dr. Green outlines the differences between them and what to look for in a quality practitioner. Dr. Green explains the meaning behind the name "Off the IR" and the pair discusses Dr. Green going under the knife next week and why DrG will be on the IR himself.

    One-On-One with Jason Arnott - NHL Legend (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2020 65:11


    Dr. Aubrey Green hosts his first of a two part interview with longtime friend and client, NHL Legend Jason Arnott. The pair cover a multitude of topics including his early years, life as a pro and what he's been up to since retirement. Subscribe to be notified of Part 2!

    Ep 10: Sports Sports Sports! NCAA football, NHL Free Agency, The Injury Report

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2020 44:05


    Dr. Green and Mike recap NCAA football playing through the pandemic without a bubble, NHL Free agency and the Injury report including someone you wouldn't expect. This episode is jam packed with sports and injury talk and and of course, Dr. Green's expert take on the world of Professional athletes.

    Ep 9: Perspective - Why you need it now more than ever

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 42:30


    On today's podcast Dr. Green follows up on his emotional and raw episode 8 [My Sweet Brenda]. He talks perspective, the parallel between sports and society and how they how they intersect. Mike and Dr. G also break down the unfortunate, career altering injury sustained by Dak Prescott.

    My Sweet Brenda: Living Life After Death

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2020 39:53


    In today’s podcast, I fly solo for the first time and shift from the normal sports and injury talk. I tell you about Brenda, my 1st wife and angel in heaven, and the difficulties trying to survive death. It was never easy, was never as it appeared, but as I explain in this emotional story, she never left my side. This podcast, are my words, blessed with her teachings and I do it all in Brenda’s honour…. So, I truly thank you for listening, and hope our story and the chapters to follow help you navigate the difficult journey that we call life. Peace & Love, Aubrey

    Ep. 7: COVID blunders & the return of the Injury Report (Oct 2nd)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2020 43:40


    In today's show, Dr. Aubrey Green clarifies some statements he made on Toradol. Then he and Mike DiStefano discuss COVID affecting the sports world and bring back the injury reports to discuss some major injuries sweeping the NFL and NBA.

    Ep. 6: Tampa wins the Cup, Titans Covid outbreak and the beginning of the 2nd wave

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2020 42:09


    In this episode of 'Off the IR' Dr. Aubrey Green and Mike Distefano discuss the validity of Tampa's Cup run and debate whether or not there should be an asterisk on the 2020 Stanley Cup Champions. Dr. Green shares a juicy story about a Stanley Cup party he attended. Then they have a discussion about COVID-19 and react to the breaking news about the COVID outbreak in the Titans locker room and the ramifications it could have on the NFL season.

    Ep. 5: Pain meds in sports & society, plus the importance of a proper diagnosis

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2020 41:42


    In today's edition of the podcast, Dr. Aubrey Green and Mike DiStefano discuss TSN's new original documentary 'The Problem of Pain' by Rick Westhead. They further discuss the issues with drug abuse in pro sports and Dr. Green acknowledges a lack of education supplied to patients who deal with injuries, both in sports and everyday folk seeking help from general practitioners. Dr. Green emphasizes the importance of proper diagnosis and supplies you with some good thinking points for the next time you're in a hospital room or visiting your Doctor.

    Ep. 4: Injuries piling up in young NFL season (Sept. 22)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2020 38:47


    In today's episode of 'Off the IR', Dr. Aubrey Green and Mike Distefano continue their discussion from Friday about adolescents in sports with a focus on volume. Then they dive into some football talk after an injury-riddled week 2 in the NFL. Dr. Green explains why we're seeing so many injuries this year and gives his thoughts on some of the key injuries that were suffered this week in the injury report. Peace & Love, and enjoy the show!

    Ep. 3: Kids, College sports vs. Covid, & More... (Sept. 18th)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2020 34:09


    In episode 3 of 'Off the IR', Dr. Aubrey Green and Mike DiStefano revisit their chat about adolescent sports and gives a compelling take on why North American culture may be falling short. Then they discuss the NCAA's battle with coronavirus while dissecting LSU football coach Ed Orgeron's comments about the coronavirus. Then Dr. G brings you the injury report where they discuss the latest injuries around the sports landscape and ends the show with a positive final thought you won't want to miss! Peace & Love, and enjoy the show!

    Ep. 2: Adolescents in sports (Sept. 14)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2020 49:17


    Dr. Aubrey Green and Mike Distefano begin the podcast with a discussion about adolescents in sports. Dr. Green cautions parents about specializing and professionalizing their kids at a young age. Then they discuss the opening of the NFL season and the effect not having fans is having on the player's psyche. Then they do a rapid-fire injury report where Dr. Green uses his expertise in the medical field to touch on some of the injuries athletes suffered in Week 1 of the NFL.

    Ep. 1: The Pilot (Sept 10)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2020 67:40


    In the debut episode of "Off the IR", Dr. Aubrey Green and Mike Distefano detail why they're starting this new project and explain why it will become a weekly listen on your podcast rotation. They briefly talk about hard-hitting global issues such as racism and COVID. Then finish off the podcast with a discussion about some recent injury news in pro sports, including: Von Miller, Bianca Andreescu, Cam Newton, Mike Evans, and more. Peace and Love. Enjoy!

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