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ACL Injury

An Athlete’s COMPLETE Guide to ACL Graft Types

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Reading Time: 5 minutesIntroduction ACL injuries are a frequent challenge for athletes, often necessitating surgery to regain knee stability and functionality. A pivotal choice in the ACL reconstruction journey is selecting the right graft type. This guide we will delve deep into the various ACL graft options, including autografts (patellar tendon, quadriceps tendon, and hamstring tendon) and allografts. […]

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The Future of ACL Surgery: Is This For You?

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Reading Time: 3 minutesThe advancement in sports medicine continues to redefine the way we approach common injuries like ACL tears. One innovation gaining attention today is the Bridge-Enhanced ACL Repair, or BEAR, method.  This technique not only repairs the torn ACL but also incorporates an internal brace to support and hasten recovery, potentially cutting rehabilitation time in half

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Regain Strength After ACL Surgery with these Exercises

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Reading Time: 7 minutesRecovering from knee surgery might seem overwhelming, but with targeted exercises and dedication, you can return to peak performance. Explore the advanced bodyweight exercises specifically tailored to aid your recovery journey after ACL surgery. Whether you’re aiming to get back to the gym, hit the field, or excel in sports, these exercises will help you

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5 Must-Dos Before Orthopedic Surgery

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Reading Time: 3 minutesPreparing for orthopedic surgery? Discover these 5 vital steps to ensure a smooth recovery. From setting up a pre-surgery routine to maintaining a recovery diary, these strategies are essential for a successful recuperation. Whether it’s ACL, UCL, knee replacement, or meniscal repair, these steps will help you ease into the recovery process. 1. Set Up

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It’s About Chasing Small Wins to Reach Your Bigger Goals

It’s About Chasing Small Wins to Reach Your Bigger Goals

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Reading Time: 3 minutesWhen a new year rolls around, people typically set goals and resolutions to improve their lives in the coming year. However, by February, many people have fallen off the wagon, becoming discouraged about accomplishing these initiatives they set for themselves. We see this a lot in PT, with patients setting large goals that just aren’t

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Katie Siverson’s Successful ACL Recovery Journey

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Reading Time: 2 minutesOne of our patients, Katie Siverson, was injured in a winter league lacrosse game during her senior year of high school. Katie was hurt when another player slammed into her side, causing her to fall. The fall severely injured Katie’s knee and tore her ACL.  This was Katie’s first encounter with a severe sports injury.

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The Truth Behind ACL Recovery: Why It’s a Lifelong Process

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Reading Time: 5 minutesNow that you have completed the return-to-play process after ACL surgery, it’s time to talk about life after recovery from an ACL tear. Should you be concerned about a possible reinjury? Are you at risk for early onset of arthritis? What type of things can be done to prevent those conditions? It’s natural to have

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Common Knee Injuries, Explained by Doctors of Physical Therapy

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Reading Time: 7 minutesWould you be shocked to learn that the knee joint is one of the most complex joints in the body? Not only does it play an important role in supporting your body weight, but it also initiates most movement. After all, you can’t get very far without bending and straightening your knee, right? Several muscles,

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Phase IV ACL Recovery: Returning to Play After ACL Surgery

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Reading Time: 4 minutesCongratulations – you’ve made it to the end of your ACL rehab! Phase IV is the last stage before you officially get back on the field, and most would consider it to be the best part of the process. Not only is this stage full of sport-specific activities, but it’s also a great confidence booster

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Phase III ACL Recovery: How to Return to Running After ACL Surgery

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Reading Time: 6 minutesAt this stage, you’re probably itching to get back to your normal routine, and rightly so. It’s been a long 12+ weeks, but the end is in sight! For the next two months, your ACL recovery will be focused on “the fun stuff.” Things like sport-specific movements, agility, and plyometric activities will slowly be incorporated

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