Medicine
Physical Therapy Protocols for ACL Reconstruction
Quick fact
The ACL graft is weakest between 6 and 12 weeks after surgery, yet most patients feel 'normal' during this time—a hidden danger that makes a guided protocol essential.
Why this is interesting
You've just had surgery to rebuild the ligament that keeps your knee stable—but the real battle to get your knee back is only beginning. How does a physical therapist turn a repaired ligament into a knee you can trust on a cutting field?