
Tendon & Cartilage with Jess Ellis
Jacked Athlete Podcast
Mobilizing Tibial Rotation and Screw-Home Mechanics
Jess describes techniques to restore tibial internal rotation and transverse mobility using PNF-style drills and popliteus activation.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background 02:47 Ethics of Wearable Technology in Sports 05:48 Pathways to Professional Sports 08:46 Understanding Tendon and Cartilage Dynamics 11:53 False Steps and Achilles Ruptures 14:50 Patellofemoral Pain: An Overview 17:47 Mechanics of the Patellofemoral Joint 20:45 Cartilage and Joint Dynamics 23:21 Managing Patellofemoral Pain 26:30 Fluid Dynamics in Joint Health 29:21 Graded Exposure and Rehabilitation Strategies 32:13 Conclusion and Future Directions 55:32 Eccentric Training and Joint Mechanics 57:57 Isokinetics and Functional Assessment 01:00:39 Hydrostatic Pressure and Joint Health 01:04:25 Taping Techniques and Offloading Strategies 01:07:36 The Role of the Soleus in Knee Health 01:10:36 Understanding Patellofemoral Pain 01:13:18 The Impact of Tibial Rotation 01:16:03 Psychosocial Factors in Chronic Pain 01:19:05 Imaging and Structural Considerations 01:21:51 Surgical Interventions and Recovery 01:24:50 The Complexity of Cartilage and Tendon Health
Takeaways
Wearable technology raises ethical questions about data use. Athletes' trust in data is crucial for effective use. Different athletes respond uniquely to technology. Patellofemoral pain is a complex issue involving joint mechanics. Fluid dynamics play a significant role in joint health. Graded exposure is essential for rehabilitation. High velocity movements can prepare joints for loading. Managing pain requires understanding individual responses. Cartilage health is critical for athletic performance. Athletes often find ways to compensate for injuries. Eccentric training is preferred for joint mechanics. Isokinetics provide valuable functional assessments. Hydrostatic pressure affects joint health significantly. Taping techniques can help offload stress on the knee. The soleus plays a crucial role in knee health. Patellofemoral pain is influenced by multiple factors. Tibial rotation can impact knee tracking and function. Psychosocial factors are significant in chronic pain management. Imaging is essential for understanding structural issues. Surgical interventions may be necessary for severe cases.
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