Super quick review of Physical Therapy in Sport November 2009
Variables associated with active spondylolysis
Gregg et al.
<20yo males more likely to develop spondylolysis than females or >20’s.
Most likely due to participation in rotation and jumping sports. E.g. Cricket, gymnastics
Single leg hyperextension test was not valid (p=0.47).
The Influence of Mulligan ankle taping during balance performance in subjects with unilateral chronic ankle instability
Hopper et al.
It’s ineffective.
Previously shown to be effective in preventing recurrent injuries.
? Works at end range to stop injury, but not inner range to improve proprioception.
The relationship...