PLEASE NOTE: This is the presentation only version free to ACSM National Members . The full course (1.0 CEC) can be accessed by members and non-members here: Plantar Fascia: Preventative Biomechanics | American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
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This “From Around the Field” webinar course explores the fascial system, specifically the plantar fascia, and its influence on human biomechanics. Dr. Krumpl provides a review of the literature on fascia and strength training, including current practices and protocols used in research and in clinics. With that, a contrast to "mechanotherapy" (a treatment approach using mechanical loading) is presented by introducing "prophylomechanics" (a preventative approach utilizing mechanical loading), a potential connection between plantar fascia-focused strength training and its prophylactic nature.
