CPD Points : 2
CEU Points awarded: 2 General, Level 1
- Presenter: Eurico Marques
- Duration: 1 Hour
- Attendees: Physiotherapists
- CEU’s: 2
- Price: R380
In this presentation, former PSL footballer and physiotherapist Eurico Marques will reveal innovative approaches to knee joint management. Guided by the latest research, Eurico will explore crucial topics such as the link between high-level football and later osteoarthritis, and the effectiveness of strapping in injury prevention and performance. He will also differentiate between strength and hypertrophy, discussing their implications for knee health. Eurico’s lecture aims to address how to train the knee effectively while minimizing discomfort, providing strategies for maintaining optimal function and longevity of the joint.
In this course you will learn:
In this presentation, Eurico Marques, combining his experience as a former footballer with his current role as a clinical and academic physiotherapist, will provide valuable insights guided by up-to-date research. You will learn how academic research should influence clinical practice, including the links between football and osteoarthritis, and whether strapping players to enable them to play is truly effective. Eurico will clarify the difference between strength and hypertrophy and its impact on a footballer’s knee. He will also offer “pearls of wisdom” on rehabilitation strategies, aimed at achieving optimal knee function for players at all levels.
