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Nearly a million anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries occur each year worldwide, causing long-term problems in the knee joint. This textbook examines the short- and long-term impacts of ACL injuries on the basis of hundreds of published studies. Risk factors for such injuries are explored using data from hypothesis-driven investigations, and possible causes of the higher risk of noncontact ACL injuries in female athletes are analyzed. Neuromuscular training programs shown to reduce the rate of these injuries in female athletes are described in step-by-step detail with the aid of numerous color photographs and video demonstrations. In addition, detailed descriptions are provided for rehabilitation programs to be used after ACL reconstruction in order to reduce the risk of a future injury.
This textbook investigates the multifaceted issue of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries, particularly as they affect female athletes. It synthesizes findings from hundreds of published studies to detail the short- and long-term consequences of these injuries, exploring risk factors and analyzing the reasons behind the elevated incidence of non-contact ACL injuries in female athletes. The work provides comprehensive, step-by-step guidance on neuromuscular training programs, illustrated with visual aids, designed to decrease injury rates, and outlines detailed post-reconstruction rehabilitation protocols to prevent future injuries.
This comprehensive textbook offers a detailed examination of ACL injuries in female athletes, drawing on a vast body of published research. It is structured to provide both an understanding of the problem and practical solutions through conditioning and rehabilitation programs. The inclusion of visual aids suggests a focus on practical application for coaches, trainers, and medical professionals.
Page Count:
534
Publication Date:
2012-01-01
ISBN-10:
3642325912
ISBN-13:
9783642325915
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