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Sports medicine. 3. Lower extremity injuries
J L Gooch1, S R Geiringer, C K Akau
1University of Utah Health Sciences Center, Salt Lake City 84132.
Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
|May 1, 1993
Summary
This module covers new advances in lower extremity sports injuries, focusing on common conditions of the hip, knee, and ankle. It details innovations like closed kinetic chain exercises and rehabilitation after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Orthopedics
Background:
- Sports-related injuries of the lower extremity are common among athletes.
- Effective management requires understanding current treatment advancements.
- Physical medicine and rehabilitation professionals need updated knowledge for optimal patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight recent advancements in the diagnosis and management of lower extremity sports injuries.
- To provide practitioners and trainees with current information on sports medicine, specifically focusing on the lower limb.
- To cover common injuries affecting the hip, thigh, knee, leg, ankle, and foot.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature and clinical practices in sports medicine.
- Focus on common lower extremity injuries.
- Inclusion of new therapeutic approaches and rehabilitation strategies.
Main Results:
- Discussion of common injuries affecting the hip, thigh, knee, leg, ankle, and foot.
- Detailed exploration of closed kinetic chain strengthening exercises.
- Overview of recent advances in rehabilitation protocols following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
Conclusions:
- Staying abreast of new advances is crucial for managing lower extremity sports injuries.
- Closed kinetic chain exercises offer effective strengthening options.
- Modern rehabilitation techniques improve outcomes after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.