Team Approach: Neuromuscular Training for Primary and Secondary Prevention of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury

Abstract

» Neuromuscular training is a method of performance optimization—typically combining plyometrics, balancing training, agility, and dynamic stabilization—predicated on improving the efficiency of fundamental movement patterns.» Neuromuscular training has consistently been shown to reduce the risk of anterior cruciate ligament injury, particularly for athletes engaged in activities associated with noncontact knee injuries (i.e., women's soccer).» Successful implementation of neuromuscular training programs requires input from coaches, physical therapists, athletic trainers, and physicians to generate efficacious programs with high rates of adherence.