Executing a Collaborative Prospective Risk-Factor Study of ACL Injuries: Findings, Successes, and Challenges

Executing a Collaborative Prospective Risk-Factor Study of ACL Injuries: Findings, Successes, and Challenges provides an overview of the background of the JUMP-ACL study-a 5-year, large-scale research project conducted at multiple sites which investigated sport-related ACL injuries. The DVD discusses some of the lessons learned as part of the study and presents some preliminary findings from the study.

• Steps for successful data collection: step #1: developing an interdisciplinary team
• Step #2: have a clear plan
• Step #3: extensive training
• Step #4: quality control measures
• Step #5: clarity and consistency
• Preliminary findings
• Gender and risk factors
• Prospective profile of ACL injured
• Multiple factors affect ACL loading
• Key points