Prevention Exercises

In this video, Doctor Frank Fanella (MD) discusses ACL injuries. He addresses how strengthening exercises and stretching could help in preventing ACL injuries, why females are typically regarded as more susceptible to ACL injuries, why it is important for athletes to know about ACL injuries, and how often he sees ACL injuries.

Exercises and Stretches

Strengthening exercises and stretches are believed to help reduce the risk of ACL injuries. Doing these exercises properly not only strengthens the muscles around the knees, but also teaches the athlete how to take off and land properly from a jump to ensure knee stability.

Interview with Dr. Frank Fanella

All of the activities demonstrated in the video are part of Sportsmetrics' Warm-up for Injury Prevention and Performance. Not all of the exercises listed in the Sportmetrics' program are included in the video because they require specific equipment. To see the pdf of Sportsmetrics', visit http://sportsmetrics.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/WIPP-Exercise-Breakdown.pdf