Saxena A., J Foot Ankle Surg. 56(5):916. doi: 10.1053/j.jfas.2017.06.012., 2017 Sep 01
Investigators
Abstract
Sports injuries and surgeries should be “POLICED”:
P Protection (ie, bracing, splint, immobilization, tape, compression)
OL Optimal loading (ie, pool, elliptical, antigravity treadmill, stationary bicycle)I
Ice (ie, cryotherapy with and without compression)
C “Core” strength (ie, gluteal muscle strengthening)
E Education (ie, exercises, biofeedback, coaching); evidenced-based
D Diet (ie, vitamin D, other factors).