Physical Therapy of Evangelical to hold ACL (Knee) Injury Prevention Training
August 20, 2019
Physical Therapy of Evangelical in partnership with The Miller Center for Recreation and Wellness, is holding a six-week anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury prevention training on Mondays, September 30, 2019, through November 4, 2019, from 6-7 pm at the Miller Center for Recreation and Wellness, 120 Hardwood Drive, Lewisburg. There is a one-time fee of $90 per participant.
ACL injuries are common in young athletes. The program is targeted for healthy athletes in grades 7-12 and designed for current athletes and athletes who plan to participate in organized sports.
The ACL injury prevention training will improve flexibility, strength, balance, agility, and body awareness to improve the alignment of the knee and ankle. Each week will build upon basic elements to improve alignment and movement patterns that will carryover in sport specific training. Prevention programs have resulted in a 52% reduction in ACL injuries for females and 85% reduction in males.
For more information or to register, call 570-556-4191 or visit www.MillerCenterLewisburg.com, select “other programs” under sports.
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