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INTERDISCIPLINARY REHABILITATION OF HAMSTRING TENDON INJURIES IN CRICKET FAST BOWLERS.

Authors :
Wilson, Brendan M.
Source :
Journal of Australian Strength & Conditioning; 2024, Vol. 32 Issue 3, p52-67, 16p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Hamstring injuries are common in cricket. Hamstring tendon injuries in cricket fast bowlers result in significant time loss and pose a challenging rehabilitation due to the physical demands of fast bowling. A well designed, interdisciplinary approach to rehabilitation is necessary to achieve optimal return to play outcomes. This article provides a framework for Sports Science and Sports Medicine (SSSM) practitioners to use throughout each phase of rehabilitation for a cricket fast bowler with a hamstring tendon injury. An accurate diagnosis using the British Athletics Muscle Injury Classification (BAMIC) is important and helps guide prognosis and rehabilitation planning. Targeted isometric hamstring exercises are favoured initially. Progression to high speed running and eccentric hamstring exercises are delayed to avoid elastic strain on healing tendon structures. At any given point during rehabilitation there is a lag between the intensity of skills sessions and the intensity of running sessions with the completion of running progressions expected before returning to maximum intensity bowling. Restoration of chronic bowling and running loads sufficient for the format of cricket the fast bowler is returning to play is essential. Beyond return to play, it is important strategies are implemented to optimise hamstring tendon health to promote performance and mitigate risk of recurrent or secondary musculoskeletal injuries. These strategies include management of high speed and very high speed running exposure, management of bowling loads, prescription of targeted hamstring exercises and optimising recovery, especially nutrition. While multi-factorial, the success of the rehabilitation of these athletes is influenced by the collaborative interaction of all SSSM practitioners involved in their management. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
18357644
Volume :
32
Issue :
3
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Journal of Australian Strength & Conditioning
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
178726348