Abstract
The focus of this thesis was directed toward developing and evaluating biomechanically informed and focussed anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury prevention training and athlete screening. The Australian women's field hockey team (Hockeyroos) participated in a two-year injury prevention program implemented alongside their regular training schedule. Program
success was measured by seasonal injury incidence, biomechanical risk factors during unplanned sidestepping and athletic performance. To enhance the feasibility of training by selecting those at risk to begin with, a two-dimensional video screening tool was developed. The outcomes of this thesis inform coaches, physiotherapists and athletes; methods of lower limb injury prevention implementation.
success was measured by seasonal injury incidence, biomechanical risk factors during unplanned sidestepping and athletic performance. To enhance the feasibility of training by selecting those at risk to begin with, a two-dimensional video screening tool was developed. The outcomes of this thesis inform coaches, physiotherapists and athletes; methods of lower limb injury prevention implementation.
Original language | English |
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Qualification | Doctorate |
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Award date | 3 Aug 2017 |
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Publication status | Unpublished - 2017 |