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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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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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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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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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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Reading Time: 3 minutesAs you move forward with your recovery after surgery for an ACL tear, things start to get a little more intense – as expected. The stage of recovery that usually begins in the third week after surgery and lasts until week 12 is known as Phase II. Phase II is a big deal because it
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Reading Time: 7 minutesOnce you decide to have surgery for an ACL injury, you’re likely to have many questions related to your recovery time, the rehab process, or when you’ll be able to return to your normal routine. First of all, it’s crucial that you discuss any and all questions about your upcoming ACL surgery with your surgeon
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Reading Time: 6 minutesACL recovery is an extremely physical process that involves months of rehabilitation. But that’s not all there is to it. Though it’s a long road to recovery, it’s possible to have a great outlook with the right tools to help you bounce back after ACL surgery. As you’re well aware, the main goals of ACL
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Reading Time: 8 minutesACL tears are one of the most recognized injuries in sports and athletics, and not for a good reason. Many are aware of the devastating consequences that come from ACL injuries, from surgery to missed games. Add to that several months of rehabilitation and recovery, and it’s easy to see why these athletes with ACL
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Reading Time: 6 minutesHearing about a player who suffered an ACL tear is tough. Watching your own child go through it can feel downright impossible. From the injury to surgery to rehab, there’s no denying that recovery from an ACL tear is a long road. Recovery can take months and result in missed games, frustration, and a ton
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