In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob chats to Head of Player Health at Adelaide Football Club, Tim Parham.
Drawing from his extensive experience, Tim provides a comprehensive insight into the multifaceted approach to hamstring injury management and prevention.
Throughout the conversation, Tim shares practical strategies for injury prevention, including the significance of tailored training consistency, eccentric strength dosing, and individualized exercise selection. He delves into the nuanced process of rehabilitation, discussing his philosophy of adopting an aggressive approach while aligning it with the athlete's clinical condition and sport demands.
Tim provides a fascinating glimpse into his methodology of microdosing isometric exercises and integrating them into the overall training program. He discusses the challenge of finding the right balance between aggressive rehabilitation and cautious progression, and how transparency, education, and collaboration with athletes are key factors in achieving successful outcomes.
Listeners gain valuable insights into the intricacies of hamstring injuries, with Tim elaborating on the progression of high-intensity eccentric exercises and his approach to return-to-running frameworks. He highlights the importance of addressing the individual needs of athletes and embedding high-speed exposures into rehab sessions to replicate game scenarios.
This episode serves as an invaluable resource for sports scientists, strength and conditioning coaches, physiotherapists and rehab professionals seeking a deeper understanding of hamstring injuries and their management.
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