This article is devoted to the study of the effect of 6-week eccentric and traditional strength training on the recovery process after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. In the course of the study, it was proved that eccentric workouts give a more positive result in restoring the PC compared to traditional strength training. This approach to the rehabilitation of professional athletes can be recommended in order to return to a sports career more quickly.
Recovery, eccentric loading, strength training, rehabilitation, isoinertion stress
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