Youth Athletes: ACL and Knee Injury Prevention
Are you an athlete? Are you doing the right exercises correctly? Adan will discuss the anatomy around the knee joint, review common diagnoses, instruct on exercises, and present strategies to prevent future pain. He will bust common myths about the knee. With these tips and guidance you can improve your performance and reduce chance of injury. Most frequently asked questions will be answered.
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Adan RamirezPTAAdan received his B.S. in Kinesiology from San Jose State. To enhance his rehabilitation skills, he earned his Physical Therapist Assistant degree from Ohlone College. Adan’s interest in physical therapy started after personal injuries from years of playing high level competitive soccer. He gained firsthand experience working closely with athletes at the high school and collegiate levels. Adan strives to help people of various patient populations get back to healthy and functional lives. In his free time, Adan enjoys playing soccer and hockey, traveling, and playing the guitar.