On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files… I’m joined by longtime certified athletic trainer Ralph Reiff, who has more than 47 years of experience in sports medicine, to discuss the injuries that have disrupted the Pacers’ start to the season.
We focus on Tyrese Haliburton’s recurring left hamstring injury, why these injuries can be so difficult to overcome, and the challenges of returning to play.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
Haliburton’s latest hamstring strain and his history of recurring injuries
Why hamstring injuries are so complex and susceptible to recurrence
The challenges of rehabilitation, treatment and determining when an athlete is ready to return
How the hamstrings, lower back and other muscle groups work together
Ben Sheppard and Aliyah Boston’s meniscus repairs — and why repair differs from removal
The growing concern about injuries across the NBA and the challenges of prevention
Note: Reiff has not evaluated or treated the players discussed. His analysis is based on his experience in sports medicine, not firsthand knowledge of their specific injuries.
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