PT Inquest 384: APTA CSM 2025 Live!
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Feb 18, 2025 The hosts capture the vibrant atmosphere of the APTA CSM 2025 event in Houston, sharing amusing anecdotes and reflections. They explore the fascinating link between vertical jump height and quadriceps strength after ACL reconstruction, suggesting innovative testing methods. With a mix of humor, they discuss jump mechanics, rehabilitation insights, and strategies for predicting athletic recovery. Throughout, there's playful banter, trivia about infomercial products, and an emphasis on community engagement, making for an entertaining and informative listen.
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Best Abstract Award
- Megan Graham presented research at APTA CSM 2025 in Houston, TX.
- The platform presentation won the best abstract award.
Research Title
- Megan Graham's research title, "Beyond the Horizon(tal): Vertical Jump Symmetry Is Related to Quadriceps Strength and Return-to-Sport after ACL-Reconstruction," is cleverly worded.
- The title's parenthetical use of "tal" adds a playful touch.
Research Synopsis
- The research investigates if vertical jump testing is more related to quad strength than horizontal hop testing after ACL reconstruction.
- This is because some patients easily pass horizontal hop tests despite significant quad deficits.