ACL Rehabilitation Protocol The ACL rehabilitation protocol is a comprehensive program that helps patients recover from an Anterior Cruciate Ligament injury. At The Bone and Joint Clinic, our team of experienced physical therapists and orthopedic specialists work together to create a personalized rehabilitation plan for each patient. Phases of ACL Rehabilitation Acute Stage (0-2 weeks) - Focus on reducing pain and swelling - Regain range of motion and strength - Use the PEACE AND LOVE principle: Protection, Elevation, Analgesia, Compression, and Load management [1] - Exercises: - Passive knee extension and flexion - Patellar self-mobilizations - Heel props - Prone hang exercise - Static quads/SLR Pre-Surgical Stage (2-6 weeks) - Focus on strengthening and proprioception - Maintain full extension and improve flexion - Use closed kinetic chain exercises (CKC) and open kinetic chain exercises (OKC) - Exercises: - Strengthening exercises for calf muscle, hamstring, and quadriceps - Proprioception exercises (one-leg standing, balance boards) - Gait training Post-Surgical Stage (6-12 weeks) - Focus on progressive strengthening and functional exercises - Improve range of motion and proprioception - Exercises: - Progressive strengthening exercises for quadriceps and hamstrings - Functional exercises (squats, lunges, steps) - Proprioception exercises (balance boards, single-leg hops) Return to Sport Stage (3-6 months) - Focus on advanced strengthening and functional exercises - Improve power and agility - Exercises: - Advanced strengthening exercises (plyometrics, agility drills) - Functional exercises (jumping, cutting, pivoting) - Sport-specific training Why Choose The Bone and Joint Clinic? - Our team of experienced physical therapists and orthopedic specialists work together to create a personalized rehabilitation plan for each patient. - We use the latest research and technology to ensure the best possible outcomes. - Our state-of-the-art clinic is equipped with the latest equipment and facilities. Contact Us To schedule an appointment or learn more about our ACL rehabilitation protocol, please contact us: Dr Ashutosh ushir The Bone and Joint Clinic 1st Floor, Shree Ganesh Classic, Above Canara Bank, Navshya Ganapati Parisar, Anandwali Phone: 8308862918 Email: mailto:drashutosh14@gmail.com Don't let an ACL injury hold you back. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and start your journey to recovery!