Day 1 - PERFORMANCE DAY

Bulletproof Hamstrings - Assessment and Training Workshop

Speaker: Johan Lahti, PhD, CSCS

Hamstring strains are the most common injuries in sprint-related sports. Maximal sprints and Nordics are often the go-to methods for keeping players healthy. But what if that's not enough? Is there a more comprehensive approach?

In this workshop, you will delve into a holistic strategy for hamstring health, combining both theory and practice. You will explore the importance of lumbopelvic control and range of motion, focusing on testing, training, and understanding the limitations and future directions in this area. You will also cover strength training comprehensively, learning about effective testing methods, training techniques, and addressing potential limitations and future considerations.

Additionally, the workshop will address sprint mechanical output and sprint training, providing insights into testing, training methodologies, and discussing the limitations and future directions of these practices in speed training.

A significant portion of the workshop will be dedicated to programming strategies, summarizing key concepts, and allowing for open discussion to deepen your understanding.

After this day with the expert, you will be able to measure hamstring health in both qualitative and quantitative ways, improving your coaching eye. You'll be equipped to integrate injury prevention exercises into your overall training programs, ensuring a more robust and comprehensive approach to athlete health and performance.

Day 2 - REHAB DAY

Comprehensive Hamstring Injury Management: From Diagnosis to Rehabilitation

Speakers: Patrick Kasztner, PT, BSc. & , Andreas Klima, PT, BSc.

This day provides a complete approach to understanding and managing hamstring injuries, with a focus on the unique anatomical differences of the hamstring muscles. Here's what you can expect:

Detailed Overview of Muscle Injury Classification We dive deep into the classification of muscle injuries, guiding you through the grading and clinical diagnosis of hamstring damage. With a combination of manual assessments and cutting-edge technology like dynamometry, ForceFrame, and force plates, we ensure an accurate and thorough diagnostic process.

Evidence-Based Treatment Protocols Explore the latest, most effective treatment protocols and algorithms for hamstring injuries. We provide a critical analysis of current practices, highlighting both their strengths and limitations, and offer insights into future directions for more effective care.

Targeted Rehabilitation and Training Rehabilitation is tailored to the specific injury classification and diagnosis. Learn how to differentiate between hip-dominant and knee-dominant exercises during the key rehabilitation phases (1 and 2) to optimize recovery.

Practical Application through Group Activities Hands-on group activities allow participants to apply the knowledge they've gained by structuring and developing comprehensive rehabilitation and treatment plans based on real-life examples.

Closing Remarks & Q&A We conclude with a recap of key points, followed by an optional Q&A session, ensuring all your questions are answered and you're fully equipped to implement what you've learned.

Join us for a deep dive into hamstring injury management and rehabilitation, and leave with practical tools and strategies to enhance your practice.