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ACL Causes, Treatment and Rehabilitation

The ACL is a vital ligament that stabilizes the knee joint, and injuries often occur during sports or activities involving sudden stops, pivoting, or changes in direction. Pre-operative physical therapy for ACL injuries is crucial for optimizing surgical outcomes and promoting successful rehabilitation.

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ACL Causes, Treatment and Rehabilitation

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  1. ACL TREATMENT AND REHABLITATION ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) injuries are common in sports that involve sudden stops, changes in direction, or jumping, such as soccer, basketball, football, and skiing. CAUSES SYMPTOMS Sudden deceleration and change of direction Direct impact to the knee (common in contact sports) Landing awkwardly from a jump Pivoting while the foot is planted Overextension of knee A "popping" sound at the time of injury Immediate swelling Severe pain and inability to continue activity Knee instability (feeling like the knee is giving out) Limited range of motion NON-SURGICAL TREATMENT SURGICAL TREATMENT RICE Protocol: Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation ACL Reconstruction using grafts (patellar tendon, hamstring tendon, or allograft) Physical Therapy for strengthening quads, hamstrings, and hip muscles Post-surgery Rehabilitation Bracing to provide extra support for mild instability 612-405-2767 www.labsportstherapy.com

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