For parents and athletes
What is KIPP?
KIPP is a neuromuscular exercise program designed to lower the risk of ACL injuries among adolescent female athletes. It was developed by our sports medicine experts and is based on published scientific research demonstrating that specific neuromuscular exercises can reduce girls' risk for ACL injuries.
Girls are up to six times more likely to injure their ACL than boys playing similar sports.
Our own research has shown that these exercises can also reduce the risk for knee pain by 50%. KIPP consists of two classes per week for seven consecutive weeks, with each class lasting one hour. KIPP is taught by certified athletic trainers and licensed physical therapists trained in knee injury prevention techniques. Maximum class size is 18 girls, with 1 instructor for every 6 athletes. This allows for individual attention when needed.
What happens in a KIPP class?
KIPP instructors lead participants through a series of progressively challenging strengthening exercises, plyometrics, and agility drills. Instructors teach participants how to recognize unsafe knee positions and how to improve muscle control of their knee motion. Goals are to improve dynamic knee stability, reduce the risk of knee injuries, and enhance athletic performance. Participants are videotaped during the program to provide them with visual feedback on their progress.
Who should participate in KIPP?
All physically active teenage girls can benefit from KIPP. The exercise program is specifically designed for girls 13 years of age and older. Be advised that KIPP is not a treatment program for knee injuries. KIPP is a prevention program for athletes who may have had a knee injury in the past, but are currently without symptoms. Girls must be fully recovered from any injuries before they can participate. If you have any questions about whether KIPP is a appropriate for your daughter please call us at 773.327.1201.
When and where is KIPP offered?
KIPP is offered up to four times per year at various locations in the Chicago area. Find schedules and enrollment forms here.
Cost
$300.00 for Individuals. Call for information on groups rates.
Group rates available. Please call for more information.
773.327.1201