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1 online resource (xviii, 174 pages) : illustrations |
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| 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. |
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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.
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Ligaments -- Wounds and injuries -- Treatment.
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Sports injuries -- Treatment.
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First aid in illness and injury.
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First Aid |
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Ligaments -- Lésions et blessures -- Traitement.
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Sports -- Accidents et blessures -- Traitement.
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Premiers soins.
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HEALTH & FITNESS -- Aerobics.
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HEALTH & FITNESS -- Exercise.
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Sports injuries -- Treatment
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First aid in illness and injury
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| Added Author |
Myklebust, Grethe, author.
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Boyle, Brian W., author.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Marx, Robert (Robert G.), 1965- ACL solution. New York : DemosHEALTH, ©2012 9781936303335 (DLC) 2012013707 (OCoLC)754723448 |
| ISBN |
9781617051135 (electronic bk.) |
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1617051136 (electronic bk.) |
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9781936303335 (pbk.) |
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1936303337 (pbk.) |
| Standard No. |
AU@ 000051593337 |
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AU@ 000053158083 |
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DEBBG BV043035038 |
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DEBSZ 421371781 |
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DEBSZ 431193045 |
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NZ1 14838325 |
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