#026 MSK Series -Hannah Antony - The physio turned patient - What's it like to tear your ACL?

Episode Summary: In this episode of Women's Football Hub, Carolyn Kent sits down with Hannah Antony, a senior physiotherapist from Alberta, Canada, and a medical content specialist. Hannah shares her personal journey through ACL injury and reconstruction, providing unique insights from both a patient's and a physiotherapist's perspective.

Topics covered include:

• The mechanism of Hannah's ACL injury and her initial reaction.
• Decision-making around surgical vs. non-surgical management of ACL injuries.
• The challenges and milestones in post-operative rehab.
• Psychological and physical aspects of returning to play after an ACL injury.
• Key insights into injury prevention, including the importance of proper warm-ups.
• How Hannah's experience led her to create an evidence-based eBook on ACL injuries.

Key Takeaways:

• The importance of individualized rehab protocols tailored to patient needs.
• Insights into Limb Symmetry Index and its role in return-to-play assessments.
• The need for neurocognitive and sport-specific rehab components.
• How ACL injuries can lead to broader contributions to physiotherapy and athlete education.

Resources Mentioned:

• Hannah's eBook: hanphysio.com
• Follow Hannah on Instagram: @hanphysio
• Connect with Hannah on LinkedIn: Hannah Antony

Have a question about ACL injury prevention or rehab? Reach out to us or visit Hannah's website for more resources.