ivyagogo
Coach
Two years ago I tore my ACL. I am an older gymnast (43 - ugh) so my situation my not apply to those youngins out here. Here's my question. I'm all healed now and my doctor is happy with my progress. Sometimes when I tumble, especially with roundoffs, I tend to land with that knee hyper extended and it hurts like the dickens. I never did this before I tore my ACL. It also happens sometimes when I do a front tuck. It's almost a mental thing. I am thinking about getting a good set before I land and I extend too early.
Anyway, has this happened to any of you and if so, is there a way to not do it! Do patellar support bands help? Any particular taping techniques?
I'm not looking for medical advise, just looking for someone to commiserate with.
Thanks.
Anyway, has this happened to any of you and if so, is there a way to not do it! Do patellar support bands help? Any particular taping techniques?
I'm not looking for medical advise, just looking for someone to commiserate with.
Thanks.