In this episode, Craig and Alex discuss the complexities of hip injuries, focusing on rehabilitation and performance training. They share personal injury updates, delve into the common causes and assessments of hip pain, and emphasize the importance of recognizing key signs and triggers during rehabilitation. The conversation highlights common mistakes athletes make in their rehab process, the critical role of warm-ups, and the effective use of training aids. They conclude with insights on how to approach future training and injury management.
Takeaways
- Rehabilitation and performance training require a tailored approach for hip injuries.
- Understanding the common causes of hip pain is crucial for effective treatment.
- Assessment of hip injuries involves differentiating between various potential issues.
- Key signs and triggers must be monitored to avoid exacerbating injuries.
- Differentiating between injury severity can guide treatment decisions.
- Common mistakes in rehab include not monitoring activity responses and pushing too hard too soon.
- Warm-ups are essential for preparing the body and preventing injuries.
- Using training aids can help manage load and improve performance during rehab.
- Therapeutic workouts can enhance recovery and performance simultaneously.
- Engaging the core can improve balance and stability during rehabilitation.
Sound Bites
- “You can still handle a lot of load.”
- “The warmup gets a bad reputation.”
- “Your workouts become therapeutic.”
Chapters
00:55 Injury Updates
02:55 Injury Updates and Personal Experiences
03:24 Understanding Hip Injuries in Athletes
06:26 Assessment and Diagnosis of Hip Pain
09:40 Triggers vs. Key Signs in Injury Management
12:13 Hidden Triggers and Aging Athletes
13:43 Differentiating Between Injury Severity
16:43 Common Mistakes in Hip Injury Rehab – Overloading Tissue Capacity
21:02 The Importance of Warm-Up and Training Aids
24:46 The Importance of a Proper Warm-Up
33:00 Utilizing Training Aids for Injury Management
39:42 Therapeutic Workouts and Injury Recovery
46:11 Balancing Techniques and Proprioception
