Christian Kirk’s Recent Athletic Injury

DailyMail.com reached out to Dr. Karena Wu, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy and AVP Medical Director for her comments on Christian Kirk’s recent athletic injury. Dr. Wu is owner of ActiveCare Physical Therapy in NYC & Mumbai. Their story: Did NFL star Christian Kirk really suffer testicular torsion on the field last night? Experts’ verdict on Twitter’s theory about the Jaguars player’s mysterious groin injury. Dr. Wu discusses how in high intensity movements with quick changes of direction, Kirk’s mind body connection was compromised which led to a strain, or tear in the soft tissues as he quickly changed direction. In fast paced athletics like football, soccer or basketball, this neurocognitive disconnect can occur when the mind plans to move one way, and the body changes to move another way based on what is going on in the field. This injury, also known as a sports hernia, is an injury to the lower abdominal or groin area. Kirk’s hands quickly moved to his upper inner thigh after his fall, which can help indicate where an athletic injury occurs. ActiveCare treats athletes, geriatrics and orthopedic clients with a holistic practice methodology. The Team at ActiveCare Physical Therapy works with active athletes who enjoy running, soccer, tennis, golf, basketball and dance.