Athlete Builder Ep. 27 - Dr. Klootwyk - ACL and Return to Play Expert

Dr. Tom Klootwyk, an expert in knee surgeries, discusses the specialization in knee injuries and the journey to becoming a knee specialist. He shares insights into working with professional athletes like Peyton Manning and highlights the importance of playing multiple sports for neurological development. Dr. Klootwyk also addresses the gender differences in knee injuries and the risk factors involved. He emphasizes the significance of proper landing techniques in preventing knee injuries and provides guidance on building a return-to-play athlete after a knee injury. The conversation covers various topics related to athlete rehabilitation, psychological challenges, playing surface impact on injuries, training camp challenges, factors affecting recovery time from ACL tear, age and motivation in rehabilitation, importance of glutes and core strength, functional movement screens for drafted players, and the role of FMS in injury prevention. The discussion also highlights the concept of elite copers and their high pain threshold. In this conversation, Dr. Tom Klootwyk discusses the impact of running on knee health and the importance of listening to your body. He emphasizes the need for strength and resistance training to support overall fitness and prevent injuries. Dr. Klootwyk also shares insights on the Knees Over Toes method and the varying perspectives on its effectiveness. The conversation concludes with discussions on favorite music, bucket list destinations, sports movies, and more. Our supplements of choice: Jocko Fuel: https://jockofuel.com/products/jocko-go-energy-drink?variant=46916594598183 Our podcast links. Athlete Builder on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Athlete-Builder Athlete Builder on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34QCcodvAqAgj7iwk3tdrj Athlete Builder on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athlete-builder/id1715521920 Athlete Builder on Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b5583cce-62bc-4611-ab54-ff367f41632d/athlete-builder Our social media links. Athlete Builder on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athlete_builder/ Athlete Builder on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1athletebuilder Athlete Builder on X: https://x.com/AthleteBuilder Athlete Builder on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@athlete.builder Athlete Builder web page: https://athlete-builder.com Athlete Builder e-mail: [email protected] Our services/products. Buy the Athlete Builder book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9xiGOWQ Buy the Athlete Builder book on Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/athlete-builder-jim-beebe/1146362511?ean=9798218498382 Buy the Athlete Builder book in bulk at: https://bookpal.com/athlete-builder-the-blueprint-to-build-champion-athletes-9798218498382 Buy the Athlete Builder planner on Amazon: (COMING SOON!) Take the Athlete Builder course: https://athlete-builder.com/courses Schedule a time for a Game Plan Session for you to get started: https://link.closersoftware.com/widget/bookings/ab-gameplansession Book for speaking engagements: https://athlete-builder.com/speaking Buy Athlete Builder apparel and swag: https://athlete-builder.printify.me/products Register for the Athlete Builder newsletter: https://athlete-builder.com/newsletter Read the Athlete Builder blog: https://athlete-builder.com/blog Train at Unbreakable Athletics Academy in Plainfield, IN: https://unbreakableathleticsacademy.com Support our charities: the military, breast cancer, and disadvantaged youth: https://theufoundation.square.site