Roula Kotsifaki
Physiotherapist, head of the assessment lab at Aspetar Hospital, with expertise in biomechanics and computer modeling. Focuses on research to answer clinical questions related to ACL rehabilitation.
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May 21, 2025 • 29min
Dr Roula Kotsifaki - Revolutionizing ACL Recovery
Dr Roula Kotsifaki, physiotherapist and head of Aspetar’s assessment unit with a PhD in computer modeling, discusses modern ACL recovery research. She covers shifts in return timelines, why tissue healing and MRI are not the whole story, the value of objective performance metrics like vertical jumps, accessible testing tech, and how rehab progression strongly predicts return to pivoting sports.
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Apr 1, 2025 • 53min
194. ACL Return to Sport: Is 9 Months the Sweet Spot? w/ Roula Kotsifaki
In this discussion with Roula Kotsifaki, a skilled physiotherapist at Aspetar Hospital, they tackle the hot topic of ACL rehabilitation timelines. Roula shares insights from her latest research questioning whether nine months is the ideal return-to-sport mark for male athletes. The conversation highlights the importance of personalized recovery plans, balancing eagerness with safety, and the role of testing in motivating athletes. They also explore how emotional factors and communication can impact rehabilitation outcomes.
