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Gender Differences in Core Strength and Lower Extremity Function During Static and Dynamic Single-Leg Squat Tests

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This chapter discusses the principles of core strength and stability with regard to noncontact ACL injury. The single-leg squat test is described as a useful clinical tool to determine core stability. Associations between core strength, neuromuscular activity, and lower extremity function during this test are detailed. In addition, a newer dynamic single-leg squat test is described. These assessment tools are recommended to determine impairments, prescribe individualized interventions, and assess those athletes who may benefit from an ACL injury prevention training program.

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  1. Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, USA

    Mary Lloyd Ireland

  2. Department of Physical Therapy, College of Allied Health Sciences, Augusta University, Augusta, GA, USA

    Lori A. Bolgla

  3. Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Health Sciences University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, USA

    Brian Noehren

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Ireland, M.L., Bolgla, L.A., Noehren, B. (2018). Gender Differences in Core Strength and Lower Extremity Function During Static and Dynamic Single-Leg Squat Tests. In: Noyes, F., Barber-Westin, S. (eds) ACL Injuries in the Female Athlete. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-662-56558-2_13

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