Ep 128: SPORTS CORNER: The cut and thrust of NBA basketball, with Dr Maggie Bryant

Today’s sports corner is all about managing high-level basketball athletes. Dr Maggie Bryant, Director of Rehabilitation for the LA Clippers, explains the physical demands of basketball, common injuries, and important things to consider when planning rehabilitation with basketball athletes.
From the acceleration and deceleration demands, physical playing space restrictions, challenging anthropometrics of these athletes, and the variation in position demands—your rehabilitation plans for basketball athletes will require careful thought. Maggie’s hot tip: don’t forget about the foot and ankle!