Popliteus Injuries in Goalies: What You Need to Know (Thatcher Demko Injury Explained)
Demko’s popliteus injury has kept him off the ice this season, but what exactly is the popliteus, and why is it so important for goalies? In this video, I’ll break down the anatomy of the popliteus, how it plays a critical role in movements like the butterfly and T-push, and what goalies can do to reduce their risk of this type of injury.
Watch to learn:
What the popliteus muscle is and what it does.
How goalie movements like the butterfly and T-push can overload the popliteus.
Key exercises to build strength and control in tibial rotation to protect your knees.
Make sure you manage your training load and be smart about balancing your on-ice and off-ice training. Remember, everyone’s anatomy is different, and that’s why it’s crucial to tailor your training to your body’s specific needs.
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0:00 Thatcher Demko Injury
1:20 What Is the Popliteus Muscle? (Deep Dive into Anatomy)
8:55 Why Goalies Are at Risk for Popliteus Injuries
12:45 How to Reduce the Risk of Popliteus Injuries
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2 Comments
Hey when I'm sick and I can't workout (because when I do the symptoms get worse). How long does it take to start losing strength and muscle and how long does it take to start gaining fat?
Hello I hurt that very little muscle going to a place here called the Pam am sports clinic I would like to thank you for your video’s I’ve watched before and ur training helped a lot this could of been a lot more worse if I wasn’t doing what I learned from you thank you