Donna Sanderson-Hull

Hamstrings Hypertrophy is Specific to the Training Exercise: Nordic Hamstring versus Lengthened State Eccentric Training Whilst nordic hamstrings training is effective for improving performance and reducing injury risk, this exercise has some limitations (e.g. training at short lengths) and is not popular with athletes. Could a novel lengthened state eccentric training exercise be better at increasing the strength and size of the hamstrings muscles? In this new paper we found the training exercise had a pronounced effect on muscle hypertrophy, with greater hamstrings hypertrophy after lengthened state eccentric training than Nordics. https://lnkd.in/ezZBx9W5

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❗ Force and Power testing after ACLR - a survey of current practice ❗ https://lnkd.in/ep3DDMyh 📌 Join the ACLR rehab community! 🖋️ If you are a health or sports practitioner working with ACLR population you are eligible to take part in the “Force and Power Testing after Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction (ACLR) - a survey of current practice”! 🎯 The aim of the survey is to better understand how different professionals implement testing in the ACLR population with the final goal of unravelling this very discussed topic in the literature and practice! ⏰ The survey is completely anonymous and takes around 10 minutes to be completed. ⭐️ Your insight into current practice is invaluable to us, as this project will capture the state of the art of neuromuscular testing worldwide, and based on its results, further considerations could potentially shape the future of ACLR rehabilitation! ‼️ Your voice matters! Join and share the survey

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Using ‘interrupted stroke’ method to assess changes in hamstring capacity following hamstring injury. ▪️Performing one stroke at a time allows very high resolution hamstring assessment. ▪️This test method allows us to select and analyse the athletes best repetitions. ▪️We assessed the hamstrings both concentrically and eccentrically. ▪️Isokinetic assessment allows us to screen for deficits throughout the selected range - Remember that this athlete had large deficits between 0-30° knee flexion on initial assessment. ▪️Reassessment highlighted increases in peak torque >50% and a resolution of the torque deficit between 0-30° knee flexion.

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What exactly do sports physiotherapists do? 🏥 They're the vital support system for athletes, ensuring they perform at their best and recover swiftly when needed.  Here's what they do: 1️⃣ Injury prevention: Minimizing the risk of injuries to keep athletes on track. 2️⃣ Acute intervention: Providing immediate care when injuries occur. 3️⃣ Rehabilitation: Guiding athletes through recovery processes with tailored plans. 4️⃣ Performance enhancement: Refining athletes' skills and abilities for peak performance. 5️⃣ Promotion of a safe, active lifestyle: Advocating for healthy habits and injury prevention strategies. Do you know someone who could benefit from their expertise? Tag them below! 💪 #sportsphysiotherapy #sportsphysiotherapist #parksville #parksvillebc #OceansidePhysiotherapy

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In the Round 20 Showdown last year, Port Adelaide FC defender Aliir Aliir clashed heads with teammate Lachie Jones. Both players underwent an initial Head Injury Assessment (HIA). Jones passed his subsequent SCAT5 concussion test but was subbed out due to a migraine. Aliir was permitted to continue playing after his HIA but did not undergo concussion assessment. Following an investigation, the AFL determined - and Port ultimately admitted - that Aliir should also have undergone a SCAT5 concussion test under the AFL's Concussion Protocols (CPs). The head clash was so serious and the players appeared so affected as to warrant an assessment. PAFC owned its mistake and was fined $100,000 for breach of the CPs, the largest ever sanction issued for this offence in AFL history. In the Round 9 clash between Geelong and Port last Friday night, Cats forward Jeremy Cameron suffered a serious head knock on landing from a marking contest. After an on-field assessment by Geelong's club doctors, he was cleared to play on but entered concussion protocols the next day. Geelong has so far not faced any sanction for its handling of the incident. I am interested to see if the AFL takes any further action with respect to this incident. It is essential that the peak is consistent in its (admirable) approach to prioritising the health of players and strictly enforcing its Concussion Protocols. Cameron, like Aliir, obviously should not have played on. One point of difference might be that, as reported, Cameron did not demonstrate symptoms immediately following the clash. I am not that sort of doctor and cannot tell, but regardless, the League must do all in its power to ensure a consistent and effective approach to managing concussions in Australian Rules football. The AFL's current Concussion Protocols can be accessed here: https://lnkd.in/gx2eGtHN. The latest SCAT6 Sport Concussion Assessment Tool can be accessed here: https://lnkd.in/gW-jMa2Q. #concussion #sport #AFL #football #headinjury #protocols #health #safety 📷 Credit: ABC

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🚨 The origin of the “vicious circle” of injuries in athletics (track and field) 🏃‍♀️💨 This #BJSMBlog summarises a recent article looking at how primary injury influences future performance and career 🤔 Excellent #Infographic to support 👏 READ 👉 https://bit.ly/3UiZKPf

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🏅 Dr Ian Beasley shares top tips on how athletes can stay in peak condition and prevent injuries! 💪 Maximise your performance with expert advice on recovery, nutrition, and smart training. 

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The role of exercise physiologists in Cardiac Rehabilitation.

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Ageing is associated a progressive declines in both the #vestibular and human balance systems. This 8-minute clip contains exercise ideas to work on balance and stability. The exercises are well explained and easy to follow. https://loom.ly/f7vVTEo

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The next edition of 'football medicine & performance' is due out in September! Would you like to feature your product/service in this issue and be seen by our members - the medicine & performance practitioners working in professional football? https://lnkd.in/dGiB2-S7 #FMPA #football #medicine #performance #practitioners #publication #magazine #footballmagazine #advertising #commercial #marketing

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🏈 On-field concussion assessments - which tests do you use? 🧠 The Modified Maddock’s questions is a quick & easy way to assess memory on the spot ✅ These questions have been found to be a valid indicator of concussion and are more sensitive in sporting contexts 📋 This is included in the SCAT6, among several other tests 👉 Learn more about concussion with our new Concussion Masterclass! 🔗 Only at www.learn.physio

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The drop jump (DJ) test is a valuable tool for assessing patients' lower body reactive strength, making it a commonly used assessment for return to sport (RTS) processes, such as post-ACLR. Here are the key landmarks of a drop jump to help you better understand and interpret the force trace when testing patients.

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Staff Spotlight Series:  Sam Downer, Clinical Team Manager & Senior MSK Specialist Physiotherapist What's your favourite thing about working here?  The team. A great bunch of people who inspire me to work hard and want o constantly better myself. I couldn't ask for a better team of physio's to be around. What's the best piece of advice you've ever received?  "Control the controllables” was a piece of advice a friend gave to me when I was going through a tough time. It's something I remind myself of and have advised patients of too. Often when overcoming an injury the mind takes us to all sorts of scary places that we imagine about things that are outside our control. The key to overcoming this is to focus on the things you can control. What's one thing on your bucket list that you hope to accomplish someday?  I really want to travel to see the Northern Lights. #MeetTheTeam #StaffSpotlight #TeamIntro #GetToKnowUs #BehindTheScenes #AtherapyTeam #StaffStories #MeetOurStaff #AtherapyFamily #FacesOfAtherapy

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The Combined Movement Institute UK is thrilled to highlight the invaluable contributions of Dr Christopher McCarthy to the book "A Comprehensive Guide to Sports Physiology and Injury Management." Dr McCarthy's expertise in sports science and injury treatment is well-reflected in this essential resource. #SportsScience #InjuryManagement #ExpertInsights #CombinedMovementInstituteUK

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