10/26/2026
What does it take to get an elite athlete back in the game after a serious knee injury? Pain relief is only one milestone in recovery. Rebuilding the capacity to perform requires more.
In a new Men’s Fitness article, Airrosti’s Chris Cato, DC, spoke about the recovery milestones that matter. He explains why strength, movement control, and psychological readiness all play an important role when evaluating an athlete’s readiness to return.
Read his insights in this look at the road back following Jaxson Dart’s knee injury:
From restoring quad strength to planting and throwing under pressure, a comeback involves much more than healing. Chris Cato, DC, explains the milestones that matter.