Techniques and mechanics associated with faster cutting performance are in direct conflict with safer cutting mechanics (i.e. reduced knee joint loading), and support the “performance-injury conflict” concept that is present during cutting.

Practitioners must be cautious when coaching and manipulating cutting technique and mechanics, and acknowledge the implications of technique modification on performance and potential injury risk.

Practitioners are encouraged to coach penultimate foot contact dominant braking strategies and minimising knee valgus and lateral trunk flexion to facilitate effective performance and potentially reduce knee joint loading.