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- Talk
- 14/07/2021
- UK
Non-surgical Treatment of Bicep Muscle Injuries in Sport
Description
This video presentation, led by Stuart Cosgrave, discusses non-surgical treatments for bicep muscle injuries, particularly prevalent in athletes engaged in strength training, CrossFit, and strongman events. Cosgrave delves into the epidemiology of bicep tears, emphasizing the increasing incidence among civilians as opposed to their historical ties to military activities. He underscores the importance of identifying risk factors that predispose muscles to injury, noting correlations between improper training techniques and injury rates.
A significant focus of the presentation is the mechanism of muscle injuries related to strength athletes, addressing variations in muscle overload injuries, the role of anabolic steroids in exacerbating muscle tears, and the classification of muscle injuries based on severity. Cosgrave highlights a new classification system established by the British Athletics Association that follows a more nuanced approach to assessing bicep injuries.
The discussion progresses into treatment protocols, beginning with early-stage rehabilitation that involves cryotherapy and immobilization, along with `electrophysical agents` like therapeutic ultrasound. As the healing process continues, rehabilitation strategies evolve to incorporate gradual loading and mobilization techniques. Cosgrave emphasizes the necessity of avoiding overzealous physical manipulation during the initial recovery phase to prevent exacerbating the injury.
He explains further rehabilitation stages, detailing dynamic loading exercises and methodologies for training fast-twitch muscle fibers to encourage recovery and enhance performance. Cosgrave finishes by underscoring the impact of nutrition on muscle repair, stressing the importance of adequate protein intake, micronutrients, and specialized amino acid supplements.
Through visual aids, practical demonstrations, and evidence-based insight, the presentation aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of bicep muscle injuries and effective non-surgical rehabilitation methods for athletes.