SJ Issue 87, July 2014

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kNEE knowledge Work on lowering your ACL injury risks next season by using these approaches this summer

knee health: hunter green, m.d. A torn ACL is one of the most serious injuries a football player can

osteoarthritis.

knee nearly fully extended when the foot is planted

REDUCING THE RISK Talk with an athletic trainer, physical therapist or sports medicine spe

hops over a cone and scissor jumps help improve power. Be sure to perform exercises on a soft surface. tion.

mit Orthopedic Specialists in Carmichael. He specializes in adult and pediatric sports medicine.

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