Change of Direction Mechanics in Sport: Implications for Performance and Injury Risk (ptinquest.libsyn.com)

• Penultimate foot contact is key for change of direction.
• Speed and angle influence injury risk.
• Relevance for return-to-sport protocols.

"In this podcast episode, we discuss the biomechanics of change of direction (COD) in sport with Richard Clarke. Focus is on the penultimate foot contact (PFC) and its influence on performance and injury risk. The episode is based on a study by Dos'Santos et al. (2019) analyzing the role of PFC in COD. Clinical implications for injury rehabilitation are explored."