5 Modifiable ACL Injury Risk Factors
BeachLife Physio • 12 November 2018
Modifiable ACL Injury Risk Factors
An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture is a complete tear of one of the important ligaments that provide knee stability in the knee. ACL ruptures are a devastating injury requiring a lengthy rehabilitation process. he majority of people require surgery to return to full function and sport. Some risk factors such as age and gender are not modifiable. However, factors relating to strength, stability and technique can be modified to reduce the risk of ACL injury.
#1: Inwards rotation of the knee with movement
#2: Gluteal muscle weakness decreases control of rotation movements of the leg
#3: Hamstring weakness limits action of reducing stress on the ACL
#4: Inadequate hip and ankle mobility resulting in compensatory inward rotation of the knee
#5: Poor landing technique: Inwards rotation of the knee during high impact activities
ACL injury risk can be reduced by modifying strength, stability and technique
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