Sports Injuries and Prevention

Returning to Sport after ACL Surgery

Why it might take longer than you think You’ve heard of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)… and the devastating effects of injury as well as the lengthy rehabilitation process following surgery.  However, did you know that it could take up to TWO YEARS to regain proper strength and biomechanics to return to full competitive sport …

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What Can a Competitive Alpine Skier Do Moments Before a Race to Prevent Injury and Optimize Performance?

In the final minute before the race in the 2018 Winter Olympics, the camera zoomed in for a close-up of an American alpine ski racer as she prepared for one of the biggest competitions of her life. In a plank position, on arms and toes, her trainer pushes firmly on her back, hips, shoulders, and head …

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ACL Injuries in Field Sports

Anterior Cruiciate Ligament (ACL) injuries are becoming increasingly more prevalent in youth sports, especially in sports that involve running, cutting, jumping, and competing with other players.  If you are involved in field or court sports, then you have likely heard about how physically and emotionally devastating an ACL rupture can be for an athlete. An …

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