Advice for Preventing Knee Injuries…Just for Women!
September 27, 2008 by Kristen King
Filed under Women's Health
(www.livelywomen.com) — If you’ve ever dislocated your knee or otherwise had a major knee injury, you know how excruciating it can be. But did you also know that women are at much higher risk for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and dislocated knee injuries than men?
That’s just one of the facts I learned from an excellent publication and companion video called “Leveling the Playing Field: Knee Injury Prevention Strategies for Female Athletes.” The awesome thing is that these strategies aren’t just for athletes; they’re for regular women just like you and me.
Get informed and protect your knees from tears, dislocations, and other painful health events.
- Download the 2-page PDF on preventing knee injuries.
- View the 30-second video on knee injury prevention.
Do you find these resources helpful? Leave a comment with your thoughts!
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