A Valgus Knee movement is an involuntary inward movement of the knee joint, caused by a lack of Stability in the Ankle and/or Hip. It is also influenced by the following overactive muscle groups: Vastus Lateralis (Lateral Quadriceps muscle), Biceps Femoris (Lateral Hamstring muscle), and Peroneals (Lateral Calf Muscles)

A Valgus Knee movement will disrupt the proper patellofemoral tracking (tracking in the knee joint) and place an inappropriate amount of stress on the ACL.

RX: Practice a combination of soft tissue therapy and effective stretching techniques on the following overactive and/or tight muscles: Peroneals (Lateral Calf Muscles), Biceps Femoris (Lateral Hamstring), Vastus Lateralis (Lateral Quadriceps), the Adductor Complex (Groin Muscles), and Psoas (Hip Flexors).

Next, practice Activation exercises to strengthen and facilitate proper firing sequences of the following underactive muscles: Gluteus Medias (Lateral Hip Muscle), Posterior Tibialis (Interior Calf Muscle), Gastrocnemius (Calf Muscle) and the Intrinsic Foot Muscles.

Finally, practice a variety of exercises integrating these underactive muscles with larger Movement Patterns, including squatting, lunging/step-ups, and running. Also, challenge stability, coordination, and balance with single-leg and/or Change of Direction (C.O.D.) exercises.