Health Development & Performance Network presents
Mastering the Adolescent Athlete
A 2 PART SERIES.
(Available as a TWO PART bundle or individually)
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Not Just "Small Adults": Mastering the Adolescent Athlete
A 2-part masterclass series on ACL and Patellofemoral Pain rehabilitation, designed for the unique physiological and psychological needs of the developing athlete.
The Challenge of the Growing Athlete
Treating a 14-year-old as if they are a 24-year-old is a recipe for clinical frustration and potential re-injury. From the risk of growth plate interference to the socioemotional impact of being sidelined, adolescent rehabilitation requires a specialised lens.
Meet Your Instructor
Led by a highly experienced specialist physiotherapist, this series bridges the gap between traditional adult protocols and the nuanced reality of paediatric care. Learn how to navigate skeletal maturation, neurocognitive loading, and the vital "first contact" in adolescent pain management.
The Series Breakdown
Webinar 1: ACL Youth Rehabilitation
The roadmap from surgery to safe return-to-play.
- Skeletal Maturation: How maturity (not just age) dictates recovery timelines.
- Gender Nuances: Managing the distinct strength profiles between male and female youth athletes.
- Beyond the Knee: Psychological screening and neurocognitive approaches to ensure the brain is as ready as the ligament.
- Prevention: Evidence-based strategies to stop the cycle of contralateral or re-injury.
Webinar 2: Management of Adolescent Patellofemoral Pain (PFP)
The art and science of managing the most common youth knee complaint.
- The "4-Week Rule": How early intervention prevents adolescent pain from becoming a lifelong chronic issue.
- The Power of First Contact: Why your first session is the most important for socioemotional outcomes.
- Holistic Recovery: The surprising impact of sleep and growth spurts on PFP.
- Solutions to Landing: Moving from needs analysis to practical landing mechanics.
Investment Options
- The Masterclass Bundle (Best Value): Secure both webinars at a discounted rate and get the complete "Adolescent Lower Limb" framework.
- Individual Selection: Have a specific interest in ACL or PFP? Pick the session that fits your caseload.
Coming Soon: The Hands-On Experience
Enjoyed the theory? We are currently developing an exclusive 1-day in-person practical course. Completion of this webinar series will give you priority access to this hands-on workshop to master these techniques in a clinical setting.
Member discounts apply.
Members retain access to the recordings for the life of their membership.
Non-members your purchase includes 14 day access to review the recordings online.