The recent NBA season has seen a significant spike in Achilles tendon injuries among major players, highlighting a worrying trend in sports. Key athletes like Damian Lillard and Jayson Tatum are among those affected, alongside others from various sports. Medical experts suggest that factors like overuse and inadequate lower leg strength contribute to these injuries. Karin Gravare Silbernagel notes the need for athletes to strengthen their calves and Achilles to meet the demands of their sports, emphasizing that the physical conditioning of lower legs should not lag behind upper body training.
Karin Gravare Silbernagel, a physical therapist, highlighted the need to strengthen lower legs, comparing current calf injuries to past hamstring strains and questioning their preparedness for sports.
Experts emphasize that overuse and accidental circumstances are primary factors behind the alarming rise of Achilles tendon injuries in professional sports.
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