Citation: Xergia SA, Pappas E, Zampeli F, Georgiou S, Georgoulis AD. Asymmetries in Functional Hop Tests, Lower Extremity Kinematics and Isokinetic Strength Persist 6-9 Months Following ACL Reconstruction. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2013 Jan 14. [Epub ahead of print] Article Summary This is a within and between subject cross...
Runner’s problems? You will want to read this
What makes running so addicting? You are on your own schedule meaning you can do it whenever you have free time, no commitment needed- no fees or contracts, you can do it anywhere without requirement of expensive equipment that you need to cary around, helps to clear your mind and gives...
ACL series: mechanism
ACL (Anterior cruciate ligamant) is one of the ligaments in the knee which prevents excessive shear forces to improve stability. The most common non-contact ACL injury mechanism includes a deceleration task with knee going into excessive extension and buckling in as the body shifts over the injured knee while the...
ACL series: predisposing factors
There are many factors that can play role in an ACL injury. Looking at the big picture, we can classify these factors as; Extrinsic meaning factors outside of our body such as shoe wear, surface played etc. Intrinsic meaning factors inside of our body such as muscle strength, flexibility etc....