Preventing ACL Injuries through Movement and Mobility

Hercules Performance and Physical Therapy Podcast

Did you know that a human who moves better and has a system to test their movements, could be the key to preventing ACL injuries? While exercise is king, it's not just about a specific workout or technique, but honing your ability to move with intention. He looks at the rising incidence of ACL injuries in females due to anatomical and hormonal differences, driving home the importance of personalized assessments, especially for athletes.
Dr. Alec Spano, PT, DPT, CSCS, Cert DN discusses the importance of movement screens to pinpoint potential problem areas, and the role of strength, mobility, and flexibility in ACL injury prevention. Females, in particular, tend to have more flexibility but also experience more ACL injuries, emphasizing the need for stability and strength in the full range of motion. Don't miss out on this episode, where Dr. Spano encourages proactive action and the importance of knowing your body's movement to prevent potential injuries. Get proactive and let's save some athletes from ACL injuries these upcoming seasons!
Check out the associated blog at: Preventing ACL Injuries
ACL Injury Prevention Research Articles:

Nessler T, Denney L, Sampley J. ACL Injury Prevention: What Does Research Tell Us? Curr Rev Musculoskelet Med. 2017 Sep;10(3):281-288. doi: 10.1007/s12178-017-9416-5. PMID: 28656531; PMCID: PMC5577417.

Sadoghi P, von Keudell A, Vavken P. Effectiveness of anterior cruciate ligament injury prevention training programs. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2012 May 2;94(9):769-76. doi: 10.2106/JBJS.K.00467. PMID: 22456856.

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