Bridging the gap between content and context: establishing expert consensus on the content of an exercise training program to prevent lower-limb injuries

by admin | May 31, 2015 | Injury Prevention

Authors Alex Donaldson; Jill Cook; Belinda Gabbe; David G Lloyd; Warren Young; Caroline F Finch. Abstract Objective To achieve expert consensus on the content of an exercise training program (known as FootyFirst) to prevent lower-limb injuries. Design Three-round...

The Effects of Isolated Ankle Strengthening and Functional Balance Training on Strength, Running Mechanics, Postural Control and Injury Prevention in Novice Runners: Design of a Randomized Controlled Trial

by admin | Dec 31, 2014 | Running Injury Prevention

Authors Jennifer Baltich; Carolyn A Emery; Darren Stefanyshyn; Benno M Nigg Abstract Background Risk factors have been proposed for running injuries including (a) reduced muscular strength, (b) excessive joint movements and (c) excessive joint moments in the frontal...

Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury: Mechanisms of Injury and Strategies for Injury Prevention

by admin | Nov 30, 2014 | ACL Injury Prevention

Authors Judith R Peterson, Brian J Krabak Abstract Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is a common sports injury which can have severe negative consequences. Neuromuscular factors that increase risk, such as knee landing kinematics, may be ameliorated through...

Prevention and Screening Programs for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries in Young Athletes: A Cost-Effectiveness Analysis

by admin | May 31, 2014 | ACL Injury Prevention

Authors Eric Swart;, Lauren Redler;, Peter D Fabricant;, Bert R Mandelbaum;, Christopher S Ahmad;, Y Claire Wang. Abstract Background Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are common among young athletes. Biomechanical studies have led to the development of...

Dosage Effects of Neuromuscular Training Intervention to Reduce Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries in Female Athletes: Meta- And Sub-Group Analyses

by admin | Apr 30, 2014 | ACL Injury Prevention

Authors Dai Sugimoto; Gregory D Myer; Kim D Barber Foss; Timothy E Hewett. Abstract Background Although a series of meta-analyses demonstrated neuromuscular training (NMT) is an effective intervention to reduce anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury in female...