Volleyball Performance Podcast - Injury Rehab & Sports Performance

Send us Fan MailFind us on instagram @andersonperformancerehabAnkle sprains are the most common acute injury in volleyball and basketball — and what you do in the first 24–48 hours can completely change your recovery timeline. In this episode, we bust common ankle rehab myths, walk through the Ottawa Ankle Rules, and cover fast, research-backed strategies to get you safely back on the court sooner.Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or parent, this episode gives you practical tools for smarter rehab and long-term ankle stability.🩹 What You’ll LearnThe biggest myths about ankle sprains (and why they delay recovery)Why “RICE” is outdated — and what to do insteadThe Ottawa Ankle Rules — a simple way to tell if you need an X-rayHow to safely walk on a sprained ankle (and why you should)Fast-track recovery strategies: motion, heat compresses, and ice bathsHow comfrey root can speed up tissue healingWhy your sprain likely started with a muscle problem, not just the ligamentThe key difference between acute and chronic ankle rehab

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Send us Fan MailSubmit a question...CLICK HEREIf you need a phone consult or want local care, Find me on Instagram @andersonperformancerehabEpisode: Chronic Ankle InstabilityWhat You’ll Learn in This Episode:What chronic ankle instability (CAI) is and why it matters for volleyball playersCommon changes that occur after repeated ankle sprains (weakness, reduced motion, delayed reaction times)Why “bad ankles” aren’t permanent and how to reset the brain-muscle connectionThe pros and cons of ankle braces for athletesWhy traditional rehab methods (bands, toe alphabet, stretching) often fall shortThe most effective way to rebuild ankle strength and stability at home (hill training & plyometrics)How to progress from walking → running → multi-directional plyos on hillsWhen to seek professional help if instability doesn’t improveKey Takeaway: Your ankle doesn’t have to stay weak after a sprain. With the right loading strategies, you can restore stability, improve performance, and stop blaming your body for “bad ankles.”

Send us Fan MailFind Us On Instagram @andersonperforamncerehabBack pain is the number one injury in beach volleyball—but it’s not really about the back. In this episode of Volleyball Performance, we break down why the hamstrings are the hidden culprit behind so many beach players’ back issues. You’ll learn how the sand changes sprinting mechanics, landing positions, and muscle demands—and why that puts your hamstrings under constant stress. Most importantly, we’ll cover three practical strategies you can start using right away to protect your hamstrings, retrain your nervous system, and keep back pain from cutting into your game. 

Send us Fan Mail📖 Episode OverviewIn this episode of Volleyball RX, we explore the often-overlooked concept of force absorption and its role in both performance and injury resilience. While producing force is central to jumping and hitting, the ability to control, decelerate, and absorb impact is equally important for joint health and long-term athletic development.🔎 Topics CoveredThe biomechanics of force absorption during jumping and landingWhy eccentric muscle actions create higher tension and protect jointsHow deficits in absorption capacity contribute to overuse injuriesPractical strategies for integrating absorption-focused training into volleyball preparationCurrent insights from sports science research on eccentric loading and landing mechanics🏐 Relevance to VolleyballVolleyball demands repeated high-force landings, rapid changes of direction, and explosive takeoffs. Developing the capacity to manage these forces is critical for reducing injury risk while sustaining performance across practices, matches, and full seasons.

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Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we’re diving deep into why static stretching isn’t the magic bullet for injury prevention, soreness, or recovery that so many still believe it is. Whether you’re a coach, athlete, or parent, you’ve seen the classic quad stretch or shoulder pull before every practice. But what does the research actually say? Want more? Free volleyball resources...CLICK HEREFind me on Instagram @andersonperformancerehab

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Send us Fan MailAre you tired of being told to “just rest” every time pain shows up in your shoulder, knee, or Achilles?In this episode, Dr. Houston Anderson (@andersonperformancerehab) exposes the myth of overuse injuries and explains why the traditional model of injury rehab is outdated—and often flat-out wrong.You'll hear:The real reason rest doesn’t solve chronic painWhy “overuse” is an easy diagnosis but a lazy explanationHow Dr. Anderson went from nearly career-ending jumper’s knee to dunking again in just 3 daysThe neurological and movement-based causes that are often overlookedWhat every volleyball player and athlete needs to know before they stop trainingYour body isn’t broken—it’s just out of sync.

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