What if your rehab plan is full of good interventions but still misses what matters most?
Physical therapist Erik Meira of The Science PT joins Dr. Ben Geierman to explore the Pareto Principle, commonly known as the 80/20 rule, and how it can help clinicians prioritize their rehabilitation decisions.
That framework shapes a wide-ranging conversation about heavy tendon loading, managing athletes during the season, and why Erik often favors a few demanding strength exercises over a long list of accessories.
They also challenge common assumptions about ACL rehabilitation, discussing knee valgus, quadriceps inhibition, and the importance of sagittal-plane movement during deceleration. Erik explains why he views force testing as a valuable communication tool, not simply a way to measure performance.
Throughout the conversation, the message isn't that smaller interventions have no value. It's about recognizing which ones deserve the greatest attention.
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