This in mind, a doctor can not prevent knee injuries but based on research methods on how to prevent them they can make recommendations, but in the end it's up to the athlete or the coaches to implement the prevention program.
One of the most significant injuries to the knee is the rupture of the ACL or anterior cruciate ligament. For an elite athlete this means, at best, missing a season for surgery and rehabilitation, and most do not return to the same level of performance. So a series of exercises that reduces the chance of ACL injury should be considered.
Warming up right
The warm up should be part of every athlete’s routine, not just for games but also for each and every practice and workout. Most people understand the basic principles of warm up; getting focused, stretching and increasing core temperature and heart rate. There can be so much more. Research shows that by adding some simple exercise the risk of serious injury may be reduced by half.
By working on core muscle strength, balance and development of position sense and control of the hips, ankles and knees will greatly reduce your risk of injury. Norwegian researchers have developed a 20-minute warm up program called 11+, which decreases injury. This warm up was developed for soccer, which has a high risk of ligament injury to the knee. It is available at the special 11 - plus page of the FIFA. It can be modified to specific sports needs. There are different levels depending on the athlete’s condition.
If you dread spending time on crutches on the sidelines remember that a few minutes investment before a game, workout or practice can help keep you in the game.