31. A new survey reveals the most common nightmares
Dr. David Geier is an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist in Charleston, South Carolina and Charlotte, North Carolina. He helps athletes and active people feel and perform their best, regardless of age, injuries and medical history. He has been featured in major media publications and shows over 2,500 times throughout his career.
What is the most common nightmare that people have? According to a recent survey of 2000 adults by Amerisleep, falling is the most common, with almost two-third of respondents claiming to have had it at least once in their lives. Being chased was the second most common nightmare, followed by death, feeling lost, and feeling trapped. When looking specifically at women, their most common nightmare was a loved one passing. For men, it involved anything related to technology malfunction.
Through the stories of a dozen athletes whose injuries and recovery advanced the field (including Joan Benoit, Michael Jordan, Brandi Chastain, and Tommy John), Dr. Geier explains how sports medicine makes sports safer for the pros, amateurs, student-athletes, and weekend warriors alike.
