Neurmuscular training (NMT)
programs, including the FIFA 11 +
program, a 20 - minute series of warm - up
exercises performed at the start of each training session and in a modified form before matches, and the PEP
exercise program developed by the Santa Monica Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Research Foundation, a series of 19 warm - up, stretching, strengthening, plyometric, and sport - specific agility
exercises that can be completed in less than 30 minutes
without any specialized equipment, have both been proven
effective in a series of studies in reducing ACL injuries, particularly of the non-contact variety, and especially among female athletes, who more prone to ACL tears.
As any well - trained Pilates teacher will attest,
without a proper diagnosis for the pain, even the best instructor can not design a safe and
effective exercise program.