The incidence of female to male ACL injury is 3.5 times greater in Basketball and 8 times greater overall in high school sports, including Soccer, LAX and Volleyball.
Dear Parents -
Please join us for a free ACL Prevention Information Session at Next Play Performance, our strength training gym location at the back of the building. Please RSVP by signing up below.
This important meeting will be hosted by our in-house Physical Therapist and ACL Prevention Specialist, Dr Mike Blanco.
Date: Thursday, 5/1/25
Time: 6:45pm
Duration: About an hour
Location: Next Play Performance, 681 Lawlins Rd (Unit 110), Wyckoff, NJ
Cost: FREE
This is vital information that you are not going to want to miss.
Dr Mike will introduce himself and discuss the importance of training young athletes to prevent this devastating injury.
Dr Mike will also go over what he has to offer, as well as our upcoming 4 Week ACL Prevention Series for young female athletes that will be held at Next Play Performance.
Week 1: ACL Prevention Strength Exercises
Week 2: ACL Prevention Mobility & Stretching
Week 3: ACL Prevention Drills
Week 4: ACL Prevention (sport specific) Warmups & Cooldowns
Please reach out to Cam directly with any questions by texting 516-492-8915.
About Dr Mike
Dr. Mike Blanco, PT, DPT is the owner and founder of Rival Physical Therapy, a premier sports-specific clinic based in Wyckoff, New Jersey. With a strong passion for helping athletes return to peak performance, Mike specializes in ACL injury prevention and rehabilitation, blending cutting-edge science with individualized, one-on-one care. A former athlete himself, Mike understands the physical and mental demands of sport. His evidence-based approach is designed to not only guide athletes safely back to play but to empower them to return stronger than ever. He has worked with athletes across all levels—from youth to elite—particularly those in high-demand sports like soccer, basketball, lacrosse, and football. At Rival Physical Therapy, Mike has cultivated a performance-focused environment that emphasizes movement quality, strength, and resilience. Whether you're recovering from an ACL reconstruction or looking to bulletproof your knees before your season starts, Mike brings unmatched expertise, energy, and commitment to every session. Visit Rival Phyisical Therapy
