Return to Play

From Biki

Return to play, active rehabilitation and confidence are important.

Contents 1 Indications of Readiness to Return to Play 2 Monitoring Progress (pre-test and post-test) 3 Taping 4 Specific Warm Up Procedures 5 Progressive Involvement

Indications of Readiness to Return to Play

• Elasticity
• Mobility
• Pain free
• Balance
• Psychological readiness
• Strength

Monitoring Progress (pre-test and post-test)

• Comparing results from a test before the injury occurred with after (test must be specific to the injury)
• Includes: visual observations, videotapes, ongoing tests

Taping

• Preventative
• Psychological support (confidence)

Specific Warm Up Procedures

Warm up may be: longer/harder/specific to injury (eg specific stretching)

Progressive Involvement

• Gradually return (increase intensity, duration and complexity) as to not put undue stress and fatigue on the injury site
• Gradually expose to competition: eg lower grade

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