Sports rehab

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Arthroscopy has become increasingly popular for a addressing a wide variety of shoulder pathology. However, despite increasing interest, there is still much uncertainty and variability amongst providers regarding optimal post-operative rehabilitation. This review provides an overview of the evidence underlying common rehab protocols used following arthroscopic interventions for rotator cuff disease, shoulder instability, superior labral anterior to posterior (SLAP) tears and adhesive capsulitis...

BACKGROUND: Artificial intelligence (AI) technology has made breakthroughs in spinal cord neural injury and restoration in recent years. It has a positive impact on clinical treatment. This study explores AI research's progress and hotspots in spinal cord neural injury and restoration. It also analyzes research shortcomings related to this area and proposes potential solutions. METHODS: We used CiteSpace 6.1.R6 and VOSviewer 1.6.19 to research WOS articles on AI research in spinal cord neural injury and restoration...

Ulnar collateral ligaments (UCL) tears have moved from a career ending injury to one where success is almost expected from reconstruction. In reality, though, success from a UCL reconstruction is not guaranteed. As we have attempted to assess the true success rate of UCL reconstructions we have also learned the difficulties of this assessment. Rates of return to sport after ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction vary by level of play, the primary or revision status of the repair along with the specific surgical techniques performed, the chronicity of the tear, the rehab protocols associated with the surgery, and more...

BACKGROUND: At the completion of formal rehabilitation after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, functional capacity is only restored in a small proportion of affected individuals. Therefore, the end of formal rehabilitation is not the end of functional rehabilitation. OBJECTIVE: To compare adherence to and effectiveness of a late-stage rehabilitation programme with usual care after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. METHODS: This prospective, double-blind, multicentre, parallel group, randomised controlled trial, included people aged 18 to 35 years after formal rehabilitation completion (mean [SD] 241 [92] days post-reconstruction)...

BACKGROUND: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are common in the workplace and are a public health issue. Persistent pain despite conservative treatment or surgery may lead to poor long-term outcomes. OBJECTIVE: To compare the effect of a combined 6-day program of exercise, self-management workshops and spa therapy with self-management on functional capacity in personal and professional daily life at 3 months in people with musculoskeletal disorders. METHODS: We conducted a prospective, randomized controlled trial...

Snakebite is a significant public health issue in which venom-induced consumption coagulopathy is a common and serious complication that results from the activation of the coagulation pathway by snake toxins. We report a male patient, 56 y old, who was thought to have been bitten by a snake on his left foot. He was transported to a nearby hospital where he received analgesics and 3 snake polyvalent antivenom vials, and then he was transported to our hospital after 12 h. He presented with 2 small puncture wounds, pain, blistering, and edema of the left foot...

OBJECTIVE: To understand Canada-based sports chiropractors' attitudes, beliefs, and practical application of sport psychology in the sports injury rehabilitation process. METHODS: A cross-sectional, mixed-methods study design was employed. A questionnaire was emailed to 144 eligible participants including Fellows and Residents of the Royal College of Chiropractic Sports Sciences (Canada) (RCCSS(C)). Fifty-two surveys were returned fully completed. Fifteen respondents completed semi-structured interviews to further examine attitudes and beliefs in sport psychology training, delivery, and referrals...

CONTEXT: Among many unanticipated changes, access to rehabilitation was disrupted during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. It is unclear how the timing of late-stage rehabilitation following anterior cruciate ligament with surgical reconstruction (ACLR) during the initial months of the pandemic affected outcomes. The purpose of this study was to compare physical performance outcome measures in patients following ACLR prior to and following COVID-19-related restrictions. DESIGN: Retrospective cohort study...

Weber, JA, Hart, NH, Rantalainen, T, Connick, M, and Newton, RU. Assessment of ground contact time in the field: evaluation of validity and reliability. J Strength Cond Res 38(1): e34-e39, 2024-The capacity to measure the kinetic and kinematic components of running has been extensively investigated in laboratory settings. Many authors have produced work that is of high value to practitioners within sporting environments; however, the lack of field-based technology to assess features of running gait validly and reliably has prevented the application of these valuable works...

Clavicle fractures are one of the most common injuries in cyclists and motocross riders. Although a fast return to sport is imperative for athletes, there is only limited literature on short-term functional outcomes after open reduction internal fixation of a clavicle fracture in a homogenous group of athletes. The aim of this study is to evaluate early (first 6 weeks) functional outcomes, return to sports and complications of elite or high-level recreational (± 8000 km per year) cyclists and motocross riders after surgical treatment of a midshaft clavicle fracture...

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UNLABELLED: An elastic band wrapped around the distal thighs has recently been proposed as a method for reducing dynamic knee valgus (medial movement of the knee joint in the frontal/coronal plane) while performing squats. The rationale behind this technique is that, by using an external force to pull the knees into further knee valgus, the band both exaggerates the pre-existing movement and provides additional local proprioceptive input, cueing individuals to adjust their knee alignment...

BACKGROUND: An increase in the on-field intensity in modern cricket, results in an increased number of player injuries. Integration and easy access to professional physiotherapy, technology, rehab protocols, and mental/physical conditioning aid in early return to sports in the injured; however, at the grassroots, these facilities may not be available with untrained support staff and limited funds. Injuries can go unnoticed and, therefore, there is a need for an easy process of identification and documentation of such injuries...

BACKGROUND: Anterior shoulder instability due to labral tears in the dominant arm of cricket fast bowlers can be particularly disabling and results in significant match time loss. This often follows injuries sustained during fielding and training, although micro-instability following repetitive throwing progressing to overt anterior shoulder instability is also known. To ensure ball release speeds of over 140 km/h with different ball variations, these athletes require not only physical fitness and technical skill, but also a completely stable shoulder...

This clinical commentary explores the significance of a comprehensive approach to core training in sports physical therapy, focusing on optimizing performance and minimizing injuries. The core, encompassing multiple regions from the scapula to the glutes and beyond, plays a vital role in athletic performance and injury prevention. The commentary provides a thorough understanding of the various "cores" in the body, highlighting their primary functions and the importance of core stability. The commentary delves into the anatomy of the core, its primary functions, common injuries, and clinical evaluation techniques...

UNLABELLED: Rehabilitation after knee cartilage repair or restoration can be a challenging and nuanced process. Historically, conservative rehabilitation protocols have been characterized by limited weightbearing and restricted range of motion (ROM) were created to primarily protect the repaired cartilage but did little for progression into higher level activity. Recent literature has supported accelerated protocols in a variety of cartilage procedures ranging from osteochondral allograft (OCA) Osteochondral autograft surgery (OATS) to matrix-based scaffolding procedures such as Matrix Induced Chondrocyte Implantation (MACI) or Denovo procedures...

Background and Objectives: An effective post-injury training program is essential to regain performance and fulfill criteria for return to sport for team sport athletes following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. The aim of this study was to compare the effects of 6 weeks of eccentric-oriented strength training vs. traditional strength training during the late-stage ACL-rehab phase on leg strength and vertical and horizontal jumping performance in professional team sport athletes. Materials and Methods: Twenty-two subjects (14 males, 8 females, age 19...

OBJECTIVES: We evaluated interventions to facilitate recovery in children, adolescents and adults with a sport-related concussion (SRC). DESIGN: Systematic review including risk of bias (modified Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network tool). DATA SOURCES: MEDLINE(R) and Epub Ahead of Print, In-Process & Other Non-Indexed Citations, Embase, APA PsycINFO, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, CINAHL Plus with Full Text, SPORTDiscus and Scopus searched until March 2022...

Soccer (football) is one of the most popular weight-bearing sports in the world, which involves activities such as jumping, running and turning. Soccer related injuries have the highest incidence in all sports and are more common in young amateur players. The most important modifiable risk factors include neuromuscular control, postural stability, hamstring strength and core dysfunction. The International Federation of Football Association introduced FIFA 11+; an injury prevention programme for reduction in the rate of injuries in amateur and young soccer players...

This clinical commentary will address five key concepts that can be used by clinicians as criteria for selecting lower extremity weight bearing exercises (WBE) and non-weight bearing exercises (NWBE) employed for cruciate ligament and patellofemoral rehabilitation. The following will be discussed for both cruciate ligament and patellofemoral rehabilitation: 1) Knee loading varies between WBE and NWBE; 2) Knee loading varies with technique variations within WBE and NWBE; 3) Knee loading varies between different WBE; 4) Knee loading varies as a function of knee angle; and 5) Knee loading increases with increased knee anterior translation beyond toes...