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Anterior cruciate ligament tear prevention in the female athlete

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All recent ACL prevention investigations have found that a neuromuscular training program, such as PEP, may significantly reduce the incidence of severe ACL injuries in the female athlete. A prophylactic training program that focuses on developing neuromuscular control of the lower extremity, although strengthening exercises, plyometrics, and sport-specific agilities may address the proprioceptive and biomechanical deficits that are demonstrated in the high-risk female athletic population.

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    Bert R. Mandelbaum MD

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Giza, E., Silvers, H.J. & Mandelbaum, B.R. Anterior cruciate ligament tear prevention in the female athlete. Curr Sports Med Rep 4, 109–111 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11932-005-0053-1

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