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Author Marx, Robert (Robert G.), 1965- author.

Title The ACL solution : prevention and recovery for sports' most devastating knee injury / G. Robert Marx with Grethe Myklebust and Brian W. Boyle.

Publication Info. New York : DemosHEALTH, [2012]
©2012

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Description 1 online resource (xviii, 174 pages) : illustrations
text txt rdacontent
computer c rdamedia
online resource cr rdacarrier
Summary In The ACL Solution, you'll find close to 50 ACL-specific exercises designed by Dr. Myklebust, a physical therapist for the Norwegian national women's handball, soccer and volleyball teams, and a world-renowned expert on the science of ACL injury prevention. You'll learn how to better balance your body and strengthen the muscles around your knee to provide greater stability and endurance. Whether you're the parent of active children, a promising young athlete, a coach, or a 40-year-old who lives for his or her weekly basketball league, this book is a must read.
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references (pages 155-168) and index.
Contents Introduction: fields of pain -- Anatomy and function of the knee -- The fragile state of the ACL -- If your ACL tears -- Surgical treatments -- Returning back to action -- The ACL prevention program -- Strength, balance, and plyometrics -- Running exercises and program scheme -- Frequently asked questions.
Note Print version record.
Language English.
Subject Anterior cruciate ligament -- Wounds and injuries -- Prevention.
Ligaments -- Wounds and injuries -- Treatment.
Sports injuries -- Treatment.
First aid in illness and injury.
First Aid
Ligaments -- Lésions et blessures -- Traitement.
Sports -- Accidents et blessures -- Traitement.
Premiers soins.
HEALTH & FITNESS -- Aerobics.
HEALTH & FITNESS -- Exercise.
Sports injuries -- Treatment
First aid in illness and injury
Added Author Myklebust, Grethe, author.
Boyle, Brian W., author.
Other Form: Print version: Marx, Robert (Robert G.), 1965- ACL solution. New York : DemosHEALTH, ©2012 9781936303335 (DLC) 2012013707 (OCoLC)754723448
ISBN 9781617051135 (electronic bk.)
1617051136 (electronic bk.)
9781936303335 (pbk.)
1936303337 (pbk.)
Standard No. AU@ 000051593337
AU@ 000053158083
DEBBG BV043035038
DEBSZ 421371781
DEBSZ 431193045
NZ1 14838325

 
    
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