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Saxena A. _J Foot Ankle Surg. 56(5):916. doi: 10.1053/j.jfas.2017.06.012._ 2017-09-01 ## Abstract Sports injuries and surgeries should be “POLICED”: P Protection (ie, bracing, splint, immobilization, tape, compression) OL Optimal loading (ie, pool, elliptical, antigravity treadmill, stationary bicycle)I Ice (ie, cryotherapy with and without compression) C “Core” strength (ie, gluteal muscle strengthening) E Education (ie, exercises, biofeedback, coaching); evidenced-based D Diet (ie, vitamin D, other factors). 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