Spring 2020 Fellows Webinars-Return to Play after ACL Reconstruction: The Alabama Way

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Video Summary

In the video transcript, Dr. Lyle Cain discusses the topic of returning to play after ACL reconstruction. He emphasizes the importance of evaluating various factors such as swelling, motion, strength, and psychological confidence when determining when an athlete is ready to return to sports. Dr. Cain also highlights the use of wearable technology devices, particularly the Catapult system, in tracking athletes' performance and recovery. He shares examples of how the Catapult system can be used to assess athletes' explosive movements, velocity, cutting direction, and acceleration. Dr. Cain also discusses the use of isokinetic testing, hop testing, and functional movement screens in evaluating athletes' readiness to return to play. He stresses the importance of individualized assessment and consideration of factors like the level of sport, position, and age of the athlete. Dr. Cain suggests that the timing for return to play can vary but generally falls within the six to nine month range. Finally, Dr. Cain addresses the issue of kinesiophobia and the challenges of addressing it. He recommends a combination of psychological support, validation of concerns, and consideration of knee sleeves or braces to help athletes overcome their fears.

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April 20, 2020

Keywords

ACL reconstruction

return to play

evaluation factors

wearable technology

Catapult system

athlete performance

isokinetic testing

functional movement screens

timing for return to play

kinesiophobia