Lacrosse Season is Here—Is Your Athlete Built to Last?
Lacrosse isn’t just a game; it’s a relentless test of speed, power, endurance, and skill. One second, an athlete is accelerating down the field at full sprint; the next, they’re cutting hard, rotating, and unleashing a shot with pinpoint precision. And in between all of that? Explosive bursts, rapid deceleration, and nonstop movement that demand total body control.
Yet, for all its intensity, most lacrosse players (and parents) overlook one crucial factor: Is their body actually prepared for the demands of the sport?
That’s where a biomechanics evaluation at Rehabletics changes the game.
The Hidden Risks of an Unbalanced Athlete
Lacrosse isn’t just about skill—it’s about how efficiently an athlete moves. When an athlete loads up to throw or shoot, they primarily rely on their dominant leg and rotate toward that side, then decelerate onto the opposite side. And while they might be able to throw in both directions, maximum power and accuracy will always favor their dominant side.
The issue? Repetitive movement patterns create imbalances. If one side is stronger, more mobile, or more stable than the other by as little as 5-10%, it increases the risk of injuries like ACL tears, hip impingements, and rotator cuff issues.
Signs Your Athlete Might Have an Imbalance
Not sure if your athlete is at risk? Look out for these red flags:
🚩 Favoring one side—Do they always plant and cut in the same direction? 🚩 Slower recovery times—Do they take longer to bounce back after games? 🚩 Nagging pain—Do they complain of hip, knee, or shoulder discomfort? 🚩 Decreased power—Has their shot speed or endurance dropped?
If any of these sound familiar, their body is compensating—and that’s a problem.
How We Evaluate and Bulletproof Your Athlete
At Rehabletics, we don’t guess—we assess. Our biomechanics evaluation dives deep into:
✅ Full-body mobility: From ankles to shoulders, we identify any tightness or restrictions that could limit movement or increase injury risk.
✅ Symmetry and strength testing: Using Kinvent technology, we capture objective data to measure power output and muscle balance.
✅ Movement efficiency: We analyze how well an athlete moves during key lacrosse motions—cutting, shooting, sprinting, and decelerating.
✅ Deceleration & Load Tolerance: Can they stop as efficiently as they start? If not, they’re vulnerable to overuse injuries.
Once we gather the data, we build a customized game plan that eliminates limitations, builds stability, and reinforces strength where it matters most. The result? An athlete who moves better, reacts faster, and plays harder—all while staying ahead of injuries.
3 Immediate Takeaways for Parents
1️⃣ Encourage multi-directional training: Make sure your athlete is training movement in both directions, not just their dominant side. 2️⃣ Focus on deceleration drills: Many injuries happen when stopping—not starting. Reverse lunges, eccentric strength training, and stability drills help protect joints. 3️⃣ Don’t ignore small aches and pains:Discomfort today can turn into season-ending injuries tomorrow. Stay proactive, not reactive.
Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late—Get Evaluated Now
Lacrosse season is already here. Whether your athlete is just getting started or in the thick of the competition, the best time to get assessed is right now.
Set them up for success this season (and every season after) with a biomechanics evaluation at Rehabletics.
Book a free Lacrosse Pre-Season Prep Evaluation today and keep your athlete performing at their highest level!
