Sports Medicine - Prevention Strategies of Common Sports Injuries-Session Presentation

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Summary: <br /><br />This video discusses the higher risk of ACL injuries in female athletes compared to males in sports like soccer and basketball. The reasons for this disparity include differences in anatomy, biomechanics, neuromuscular control, and hormonal factors. Risk factors for ACL injuries include previous injuries, playing on artificial turf, fatigue, improper landing mechanics, and lack of neuromuscular control. Non-contact ACL injuries involve valgus knee position, excessive knee internal rotation, and anterior tibial translation during sudden deceleration, cutting or pivoting, and landing from a jump. ACL injury prevention programs, which focus on strengthening the lower extremity, improving balance and proprioception, and teaching proper landing mechanics, have been proven effective. These programs also address modifiable risk factors like fatigue, training volume, and playing surface. Dr. Podesta highlights the importance of avoiding early specialization and promoting multi-sport participation to prevent overuse injuries. He emphasizes neuromuscular control and balance perturbation training in preventing ACL injuries, as well as the use of bracing and taping. Dr. Babu discusses ankle injuries, particularly lateral ankle sprains, including anatomy, injury mechanisms, and preventive measures. The effectiveness of exercise programs, bracing, and taping are explored, along with associated risk factors. Overall, the video stresses the importance of education, athlete and coach involvement, and creating a culture that prioritizes injury prevention. Challenges in implementing prevention programs and building collaborative relationships with coaches, trainers, and athletes are also discussed.<br /><br />Credits: The video features Dr. Podesta and Dr. Babu as experts in the field.

Keywords

ACL injuries

female athletes

males

soccer

basketball

anatomy

biomechanics

neuromuscular control

hormonal factors

risk factors

artificial turf

fatigue

landing mechanics