Alicia Filley

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Post-ACL Repair Runners Shortened Their Stride and This Happened...

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Before jumping to conclusions about how stride affects joint health, let’s review some basic information about joint forces. There are four primary forces acting on most joints: 1) Contact/ Compression

Ankle Deep in the Wrong Diagnosis

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Any number of pathologies produces lateral heel pain. As Chris Mallac explains in the first instalment of his master class on chronic ankle instability (CAI), lateral heel pain is often the result of repeated ankle sprain. Mallac goes on to describe how CAI can lead to sinus tarsi syndrome, causing lateral heel pain and rear foot instability. Alicia Filley further explains how some theorize that chronic ankle instability arises from undiagnosed peroneal dysfunction.

Focus on Athletes with ADHD

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Cammi Granato of the U.S. Olympic hockey team, here playing for the Sunbelt Heroes, was diagnosed with ADHD when as a successful athlete she found her personal life spinning out of control. She found her ability to be in the moment and react quickly, traits common with ADHD, to be perfectly suited to succeeding on the ice.

The Best Exercise for Patellofemoral Pain

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England and Chelsea striker Chris Sutton has his knee checked by a physiotherapist after an England training session.

Identifying Exercise - Induced Laryngeal Obstruction in the Breathless Athlete

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Athletes with asthma are typically encouraged to swim as the humidity helps with their breathing. However, many athletes, including swimmers, continue to struggle with breathlessness during exercise. Alicia Filley explains why for some, breathing remains difficult, painful, and triggers panic attacks, despite treatment with bronchodilators.

Fit Influences Function in Mountain Bike Performance

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August 7, 2018 - Michiel van der Heijden of the Netherlands in action. REUTERS/Russell Cheyne.

Dynamic Knee Valgus: Villain or Symptom?

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2018; Pitcher Jake Odorizzi (12) throws the ball to first base. Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

The Importance of Sleep in Performance and Injury Recovery

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Runners sleep before competing in the 2016 New York City Marathon, 2016. REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz

Significance of Upper Scapular Rotation on Rotator Cuff Tendon Compression

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2019 Japan’s Kento Momota in action. Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers

Running from Injury

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Last year a landmark study revealed that vertical loading forces, long thought the scourge of injured distance and recreational runners, are likely not the causes of repeated injuries(1). Rather, Canadian researchers found that when evaluating kinetic variables in 65 healthy female runners, only peak braking force (PBF) significantly predicted repeated running injury (RRI)(1). Specifically, those with a PBF of .27 body weight (BW) had a nearly eight times greater chance of developing a subseq...

Efficient Training: Drop Jumps Versus Soccer Drills

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2019 Boca Juniors’ Fabiana Vallejos in action REUTERS/Agustin Marcarian TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Fear Avoidance: 4 Ways to Address Fear of Pain and Re-Injury

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2019; Michigan State Spartans forward Nick Ward (44) in pain. Credit: Joe Maiorana-USA TODAY Sports

Does Sport Influence Pain Perception in Athletes?

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Feb 2019 Elise Martens receives treatment from a physio during the final match, Qatar Open. REUTERS/Ibraheem Al Omari

What Causes Patellofemoral Pain?

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2018; Dallas Cowboys guard Zack Martin (70) grabs his knee while injured. Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports

Illiotibial Band Syndrome: Diagnosis and Treatment

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In the first part of this two-part article, Alicia Filley reviewed the recent research on the underlying biomechanics of illiotibial band syndrome. In part 2, she looks at diagnosis and treatment options.

Which Exercises are the Best for Glute Strengthening?

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Running injuries to the knees and ankles often occur as a result of gluteal weakness. Without stability at the pelvis, the lower body bears the brunt of the forces of running in ways they weren’t designed to do. Therefore, strengthening the gluts is usually a priority for injured runners. Which exercises are the best to choose?

Measuring the Effects of Concussion

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Wigan Warriors’ Michael McIlorum receives treatment before leaving the pitch for a concussion assessment Action Images/Craig Brough

Illiotibial Band Syndrome: Compression or Friction?

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In the first part of this two-part article, Alicia Filley looks at new research on the underlying biomechanics of illiotibial band syndrome.

7 Things to Know About Treating Masters Runners

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In the second part of our series on the aging runner, we look at running-related injuries and how to treat them. Masters runners report more injuries, more often, than younger runners(1). These aches and pains are likely to occur in the muscles and tendons of the posterior chain – hamstrings, plantar flexors, and Achilles tendons. In fact, the number one running-related injury in the Master population is Achilles tendinopathy(1). Older runners may suffer from these injuries more often due to ...

Physiological and Biomechanical Changes in the Aging Runner

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The New Year often brings resolutions to be more active. Runners who gather renewed resolve to hit the trail may register for an upcoming race to inspire their training. Statistics show that the age of those participating in races is increasing dramatically. From 1980 – 2000, the New York City Marathon showed an almost 200% increase in runners over the age of 40 years1. When researchers drilled down into the specific age groups, they found that the over 60-year-old brackets quadrupled their p...

Biography

Alicia Filley, PT, MS is the former editor and a long-time contributor to Sports Injury Bulletin and its sister publication Sports Performance Bulletin, she has 30 years’ experience working in rehabilitation, sports injury, and sports performance. Alicia holds a bachelor's and a master's degree in physical therapy. She is a practicing physical therapist and avid hiker, runner, and cyclist. When not writing and researching, Alicia can be found putting our findings to the test outside on the trail and inside the gym. An avid hiker and founder of The Healthy Hiker training program, her most recent achievement is hiking the Grand Canyon from rim to rim.

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Alicia Filley

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Post-ACL Repair Runners Shortened Their Stride and This Happened...

Ankle Deep in the Wrong Diagnosis

Focus on Athletes with ADHD

The Best Exercise for Patellofemoral Pain

Identifying Exercise - Induced Laryngeal Obstruction in the Breathless Athlete

Fit Influences Function in Mountain Bike Performance

Dynamic Knee Valgus: Villain or Symptom?

The Importance of Sleep in Performance and Injury Recovery

Significance of Upper Scapular Rotation on Rotator Cuff Tendon Compression

Running from Injury

Efficient Training: Drop Jumps Versus Soccer Drills

Fear Avoidance: 4 Ways to Address Fear of Pain and Re-Injury

Does Sport Influence Pain Perception in Athletes?

What Causes Patellofemoral Pain?

Illiotibial Band Syndrome: Diagnosis and Treatment

Which Exercises are the Best for Glute Strengthening?

Measuring the Effects of Concussion

Illiotibial Band Syndrome: Compression or Friction?

7 Things to Know About Treating Masters Runners

Physiological and Biomechanical Changes in the Aging Runner

Biography

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