ACL Injury and Prevention
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the most commonly injured ligaments of the knee. Most injuries occur in the young, athletic population. The ACL is injured when it sustains a force that exceeds the strength of the ligament. Learn more about ACL injuries in female athletes, including prevention resources, consensus statements and media coverage.
Women More Susceptible to ACL Injuries
Women are at a higher risk for suffering an ACL injury. Dr. Plancher developed a gender-specific surgery that allows women to be back in action quickly after surgery.
The Female Athlete Triad Quick Facts
The female athlete triad is a set of symptoms that produces damaging physical and psychological consequences. It is comprised of three linked medical conditions that occur in sequence: disordered eating, menstrual irregularities and premature osteoporosis.
Exercise and Breast Cancer Research Findings
A review of the existing data on the relationship between breast cancer and exercise indicates that the relationship is a complicated one depending on many factors such as age, intensity level of physical activity, pregnancy history, oral contraceptive use, type of breast cancer, alcohol use, smoking, obesity levels etc.
The Diabetes Crisis
Tennis legend Billie Jean King and Paralympic gold medalist Pam Fernandes serve as inspiring examples of women who have continued to thrive every day despite diabetes.
Asthma and the Athletes Challenge
More than 17 million Americans have been diagnosed with asthma, and the number grows every year but it can be controlled. For young athletes with asthma, this disease becomes a daily struggle and can result in trips to the emergency room and in some cases, even death.
Benefits Obesity and Physical Activity the Foundation Position
Failure to address the development of regular exercise behaviors and good nutrition at an early age has major health and economic consequences. Research demonstrates that early exposure to sports and physical activity increases the likelihood of continued participation.
Exercise and the Asthmatic Child
Over 9 million children have been diagnosed with asthma... but asthma doesn't have to sideline a child! Many diagnosed with asthma have overcome obstacles and fears to live an active lifestyle.