in Anatomy, Diagnose & Treat, Knee injuries, Pre-hab and post-surgical rehab
In last month’s issue, Chris Mallac discussed in detail the post-operative rehab requirements following a Ligament Advanced Reinforcement System (LARS) procedure. In the second part of this 2-part article, he explains the specific staged ‘criteria’ driven rehabilitation process, with an emphasis on specific strength and conditioning principles that need to be considered throughout the reconditioning process MORE
in Acute injuries, Anatomy, Diagnose & Treat, Knee injuries, Musculoskeletal injuries
Trevor Langford explores the biomechanics of the popliteus muscle and considers its assessment along with effective rehabilitation MORE
in Anatomy, Diagnose & Treat, Knee injuries, Musculoskeletal injuries
Alicia Filley looks at the diagnosis of and treatment options for popliteal artery entrapment, a poorly understood condition that can affect otherwise healthy athletes... MORE
in Acute injuries, Diagnose & Treat, Improve, Knee injuries, Musculoskeletal injuries, Overuse injuries, Power development, Prevent, Strength
In part one of this series, Chris Mallac explained the anatomy and complex biomechanics of the VMO and its role in relation to the patellofemoral joint. In part 2, he argues that regardless of cause and effect of the VMO on patellofemoral pain, VMO dysfunction in the presence of pain is very real, and thus exercises to rehabilitate the function of this muscle are necessary... MORE
in Diagnose & Treat, Hip injuries, Knee injuries, Musculoskeletal injuries, Overuse injuries
Chris Mallac looks at the relevant anatomy and biomechanics of the tensor fascia latae. He explains, what role it plays in pain and dysfunction, and what can be done in the presence of a tight and overactive TFL muscle MORE
