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Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries

What is an ACL tear? 

The anterior cruciate ligament controls the forward motion and rotation of the tibia.

Mechanism of Injury

  • Sudden stop or change in direction

Symptoms of Injury

  • Audible "pop" upon injury

  • Swelling

  • Weakness and Instability

  • Loss of Range of Motion 

  • Pain

Courses of Action

  • ACL Reconstructive Surgery

  • Rehabilitation

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ACL Injury Facts 

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ACL Post-Reconstruction Surgery

Two Phases of Recovery

  • Acute Phase (3-6 weeks)​

    • Focuses on reducing inflammation/pain and  increasing range of motion​

  • Functional Phase (6+ weeks)

    • Focuses on improving muscle strength and stability in the post-sugerical knee and leg â€‹

Cyrotherapy & Compression Benefits

  • Alleviates pain and decreases edema during the healing process 

  • Immediately post-operation improves pain and range of motion when used in 20 minute sessions 

  • Using compression in conjunction with cyrotherapy helps minimize edema 

Vibration

Research has shown that vibration may cause electrical and mechanical stimulation leading to a faster and more complete proprioceptive recovery (Brunetti et al 2006) 

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