ACL Rehab

 

Our ACL (non surgical and surgical) rehab approach focuses on restoring and even surpassing your prior level of function. Our ACL rehab approach goes beyond simply restoring range of motion and strength, and instead focuses on training you to perform specific movements and tasks that are required for your life and sport. What makes us different from other PT clinics is the fact that we ensure early loading to decrease deconditioning and muscle atrophy. In addition, we measure your readiness to return to sport using the latest technology available such as force plates and sport specific test to decrease your risk for a re tear or re injury.

We typically follow a four-stage progression:

Stage 1: This stage focuses on reducing pain and inflammation, and restoring range of motion particularly knee extension and flexion.

Stage 2: This stage focuses on strengthening the muscles around the hip, knee and ankle and improving proprioception (the sense of where your body is in space).

Stage 3: This stage focuses on training you to perform basic sport-specific movements.

Stage 4: This stage focuses on training you to perform complex sport-specific movements and returning to your pre-injury level of performance.

Our program is individualized to the person’s specific needs and goals. We will work with you to develop a program that is safe and effective, and that will help you achieve your goals.

Here are some specific examples of exercises that might be included in a program for a torn ACL:

  • Squats: Squats are a great exercise for strengthening the muscles in the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes.

  • Lunges: Lunges are another great exercise for strengthening the muscles in the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes.

  • Step-ups: Step-ups are a great exercise for strengthening the muscles in the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes, as well as improving balance and coordination.

  • Agility drills: Agility drills are designed to improve the athlete's ability to change direction quickly and efficiently.

  • Plyometric exercises: Plyometric exercises are explosive exercises that help to improve the athlete's power and speed.