Orthopedics

Orthopedics

You’re working with an athlete who recently had rotator cuff surgery. They have already completed physical therapy and are cleared for participation in an exercise program. Provide a 12-week strengthening and stretching program to help bring the athlete back to full activity. Then, provide a rationale for your program. You can use outside resources in addition to the course textbook.

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Orthopedics Program

Surgical operations are often a necessity for athletes, particularly due to their experiences on the field in which case they experience muscle tear in addition to other health issues associated with extensive contact and falls. Although they go through extensive physical therapy following the surgery to ensure that they are ready to participate in sports, they can never be introduced to the pitch as soon as they have recovered from the health issues. On the contrary, it is often a necessity that they go through a separate training program, which would help said athletes recover their strength and potential agility lost during the time they were out for treatment.

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