Do higher vertical jump scores at the NBA Combine predict future lower limb injury?
For decades, the NBA Combine has been a showcase for elite prospects, where a 40-inch vertical can turn a fringe
Injury and Rehab
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Science-Backed Achilles Tendinopathy Prevention
Achilles tendinopathy is one of the most common overuse injuries among athletes, particularly those involved in running and jumping sports.
Understanding Injury: Dynamic Systems Theory
The Injury-Riddled Playoffs Were A Brutal Reminder Injuries suck. Period. One moment, an athlete is moving fine; the next moment,
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Hot Water Therapy Boosts Muscle Regeneration Following Simulated Injury
Muscle injuries are common in both sports and rehab, and thermal therapies, especially ice, are a go-to treatment. But are
Building Chronic Load is the Key to Performance and Recovery
In professional football, the season is long, dense, and physically taxing. Players in the English Championship average more than a
Can Tendons Heal Without Changing Structure? Patellar Tendinopathy Study
When an athlete feels better, we often assume they’re getting better structurally too. But what if that’s not
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Jump Biomechanical Inefficiencies After ACL Reconstruction
Athletes often struggle to regain full function after ACL reconstruction (ACLR), even when strength returns. Traditional strength tests may overlook
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Muscle vs. Tendon: Different Adaptations to Mechano-Metabolic Stimuli
Coaches often design programs that focus on muscle, but forget the tendon. Tendons adapt slower and differently than muscles, which
Tendon Healing Stages and Training Considerations
Tendon injuries are frustrating. They take time, don’t always follow a clear path, and often linger longer than expected.
Training
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Human Systems: The Biological Basis of Training
In strength and conditioning, we often hear vague talk about “movement systems” or “training the body as one piece.” While
Complex Systems Applied to Injury
Acute non-contact lower limb injuries, especially hamstring strains, are a persistent issue in team sports. Traditional approaches look for linear
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Tendon Basics: Effect of Mechanical Loading
Tendon Cell Biology: Effect of Mechanical Loading by Stańczak et al. (2024), provides a comprehensive review of how tendons respond