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Knee Injury Stuff
I have taken the afternoon to work on a presentation that I am doing for a group of group fitness instructors called Exercises to Strengthen and Prevent Knee Injuries. It is a custom presentation that I […]
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The Cause of Noncontact Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the four main ligaments in the knee. It’s located deep within the joint, behind the femur, and in front of the tibia. The ACL connects the femur […]
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Preventing a Second ACL Injury
A second ACL injury can devastate athletes and often end their careers. Research shows that 70 to 80% of people who suffer a torn ACL never return to their sport. The average time to recovery […]
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Causes of ACL Injuries (Part 5)
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the primary stabilizing muscles in the knee joint. When it’s functioning correctly, the ACL helps keep your knee stable by preventing it from extending too far and […]
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Overview of Knee Pain (Part 1)
Knee pain can be a distressing experience for anyone. It can make moving around difficult, and even simple tasks like climbing the stairs or squatting can become challenging. In this article, we will discuss some […]
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Knee Pain Due to ACL Injury
Knee pain due to ACL injury is common with these types of injuries. In sports such as football, basketball, and skiing, an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is one of the most common knee injuries. […]
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ACL Injuries in Female Athletes
Over the last decade, torn and ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in female athletes have increased at an alarming rate. Anterior cruciate ligament injuries in female athletes are common due to anatomical differences between men […]