Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Rehab: Education, Exercises, and Mistakes to Avoid

I am working in a post-surgery facility in Montreal Canada, as a kinesiologist working with physiotherapists, I find this video very well explained, up-to-date ,very educative. This protocol for ACL knees also works for Knee replacement post-surgery and hip replacement post-surgery, Especially the early-stage exercise and at a certain level the mid-stage if we reduce the range of motion. I adapted those exercises because my patients are often in the 50-80-year-old range. Thanks a lot for that in-depth- video.

Guys your contribution to physiotherapy is invaluable. Thank you so much for what you do and the effort you put on communicating our profession in the best way possible.

Thanks, it's great

Which anesthecia will give during acl surgery, is that safe or deadful?

Troppo forti! Siete i migliori!

Thanks for the video. Very informative. I am 8 weeks post ACL reconstruction

Thank you for all this information ⚽️

After how many days of ACL injury, this exercise needs to be done.. My ACL is moderately displaced as per MRI report..

What if my knee has strength 18 months post op but feels like it pops out of place when it inverts inward during sport? After extending my leg when this happens I feel shift happen within my knee most apparent in the back of the leg.

Perfect... Is there exercises for lateral meniscus tear??

I have a partial Tear of ACL,
I ve swelling in my knee, can i follow these exercises to get back at football?

1st day of my recovery... I'm just 14 years of age

First 50 sec are so important ❤

Is surgery the only option for torn acl ??

Sir kya aap meri help kr sekte ho mere acl or meniscus ki surgery huyi thi ab September ko one year ho jayega but mera leg 125 degree tk band hota or knee extension bhi h to m konsi exercise Karu plz help me jisse knee exercises bilkul theek ho jaye

Thank you very much for such an informative video!

I underwent ACL surgery on 06-30-23. Going through all the basics with my physical therapist.

Thanks for such a great video!

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Can acl tear cure permanently within few months without surgery?

Y Balance, 3 Sets of 30sec each, followed by petting snoozy floof pup smashed against the wall for active rest... LOL fantastic.

Thanks alot .. literally you sum up every inch

Just amazing video

i’m so dumb to ask but don’t understand do i put the weight on my knee with injury or on the other one in the mid stage rehab? also i had ACL a few years ago when i was only 15, i never had surgery but now after few years it’s starting to worsen, my knee locks a lot now and doesn’t support my weight and at times i wobble because i lose balance (i’m moderately obese) so should i only start with such rehab or should i get surgery?

how long does early and how long does mid-stage last (in weeks) approximately if surgery is done on both, ACL and meniscus? Thanks!

Good stuff. Very pro

I read the articles you cited for spontaneous regeneration. I injured my ACL 2,5 weeks ago, I am 44, and I can’t imagine life without staying active. I am following your recommended rehab exercises, I will let you know how it goes. If you have any last piece of advice please let me know. Thank you

Thank you for this video my legs have not been the same physically after my right ACL blowout in basketball. I’m 52 and have left hip arthritis as well. It’s tough to do any kind of workout because I can’t really squat or stretch my left side well due to my hip. I’m trying and I think I just found a great video to help

2 day of ACL injury just came home.

I had a full acl tear 3 months ago and i am now doing physiotherapy without surgery. I got almost healed and swelling is also gone. But 2 days ago, my legs bed while running and swelling starts to apper again. There is also pain. Did i need to continue doing exercises now also?

I had ACL reconstruction surgery 11 months ago. I’m still doing loads of rehabilitation with my knee so I’m focusing on getting my quad muscles back. My knee gives way now and again and I’m doing good with the rehab. I still feel like I’m a long way to go till I’ve fully recovered.

Thank you so much for making this video, incredibly helpful.

Just got my ACL + BTB done like a week ago, I'm so happy I saw this so that I can be realistic with my recovery goals

i’m close to one year post op and I still have pain and stiffness, although i have full mobility and do weightlifting/plyometrics 5x a week

I have completely torn my ACL. I am not able to do situps or squats. So I don't do those exercises thinking it is making my knee joint worse. Is it beneficial or not?

Heroes 🏋️‍♀️

As a Acl patient, I can say this is the best ACL recovery channel.

This Video is a blessing ❤

Thank you for all the videos on YT regarding the ACL rehab. I purchased the knee resilience course. Looking forward to get better and stronger. 🧎‍♂💪

This is an awesome video packed full of useful information. A month into recovery and I'm filled with hope. Thank you 🙏

Great video sir
If I don't want ACL Surgery. Then is it possible to get atleast 90% strength by doing these exercises?? My concern is only for day today normal life and not for any special sports task..
Please sir tell me..

It's been a month now for ACL, can bend kneee, can walk normal,can climb stairs..now ready for part 2....

Regardless how good your recovery was and operation, you had 5-8 time higher risk of development arthritis in your knee in future.

Excellent Video

Hello. I had my ACL surgery in mid-March and things are going well. However, my physio now wants me to join a gym and do particular exercises on isolation machines (e.g. Leg press, leg extension, hamstring curl, etc.). Is this necessary? I'm currently paying off my surgery at £850 per month, and a gym subscription will cost an additional £30 per month. The extra cost on my budget is hurting already. Your advice would be greatly appreciated.

Hey, I have ACL Partial tear....4 months back. Do this rehab allows me to escape from surgery.

I am currently 3 days out of simultaneous bilateral ACL revision (R) and reconstruction (L). Some of these tests seem almost unimaginable to me at this point. I can only hope that I can get back to solid plyometrics and back to sport in general. Thank you for creating such an informative video that explains not only what to do but also why.

This is such a helpful video.

I am using this programming to work back from an ACL sprain. How do I know when to move from “early” to “mid” stage?

Hey there!

I had a partial tear in 2019 and just suffered another blow that landed me in the hospital. Right now, I'm trying to extend my leg, but the swelling makes it very hard to do. Is it recommended to wait for the swelling to go down a bit or start right away?