ACL injuries have become a significant concern across sports, from Antoine Dupont’s recent injury in rugby to increasing cases in GAA and soccer. While many traumatic ACL injuries, such as those caused by direct contact, can’t always be avoided, a large portion of non-contact ACL injuries result from mechanical and muscular factors. Understanding and addressing these issues can be the difference between a successful recovery and a higher risk of re-injury.
At SPARC, we’ve been running a comprehensive ACL rehab program for a while now, working with athletes from a wide range of sports. Based on recent evidence-based advancements in ACL rehabilitation, we have expanded our services to include even more targeted testing, cutting-edge technology, and personalized care. These updates are aimed at further improving outcomes, ensuring that athletes can return to their sports stronger and more resilient.
Key Causes of ACL Injuries:
Deceleration and Direction Change: Quick, forceful movements in sports like GAA, soccer, and rugby are major contributors to ACL injuries.
Landing Mechanics: Improper landing patterns (such as valgus collapse) put excess strain on the knee joint.
Muscle Imbalances: Weakness in the hamstrings, quadriceps, or glutes can lead to faulty mechanics that increase ACL load.
Neuromuscular Control: Inadequate stability in the lower body during dynamic movements increases the risk of injury.
What’s New in Our Expanded ACL Rehab Program:
ACL Insight 360 Testing: This comprehensive testing assesses strength, power, and movement patterns, identifying specific weaknesses that could contribute to injury. It’s done regularly to guide the rehab process every 12 weeks.
Isokinetic Strength & Reactive Training: We’ve enhanced our use of the isokinetic dynamometer, which provides precise strength assessments and targeted training for muscle imbalances.
Return to Play (RTP) Testing: Athletes undergo specific RTP training to ensure their readiness for full sport participation, minimizing the risk of re-injury.
SPARC:Id Tracking: Using real-time data, we track each individual’s progress, ensuring that rehab decisions are data-driven and effective.
While ACL injuries are a common concern across many sports, our focus is always on providing a holistic, evidence-based approach to rehabilitation.
At SPARC, we provide a comprehensive ACL rehab service that is on par with the best in Europe, combining expert physiotherapy with state-of-the-art technology to ensure a safe and effective recovery. Whether you're recovering from an ACL injury or looking to prevent one, our elite rehab services are here to help you return to sport stronger, faster, and more resilient than ever.
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