acl PHYSICAL THERAPY
At Ironphysio, we understand that after sustaining an ACL injury you may be feeling defeated and have a lot of questions about what is next. We are here for you! Our physical therapists take the time to carefully plan individualized and evidence based rehabilitation programs to get our patients back to the activity/sport that they love with confidence! Our patients are thoroughly tested during the later stages of physical therapy to ensure that they are prepared to return to their sport/activity.
If you choose to do your ACL Rehabilitation at Ironphysio, you will be treated one-on-one with a Doctor of Physical Therapy at every visit. You will have access to your physical therapist's personal cell phone number and be encouraged to contact them with any questions or concerns that may arrise in-between treatment sessions. Proudly serving Southampton, Newtown, Richboro, Warrington, Doylestown, Philadelphia, Jamison, Levittown, and surrounding areas.
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This includes a free conversation with a Doctor of Physical Therapy in which we can get a better understanding of each other and how we can help you!
What To Expect
ACL EARLY POST-OPERATIVE STAGE - This stage of rehabilitation will be focused on reducing swelling, restoring knee range of motion, improving weight bearing tolerance on the affected leg, and improving walking form/mechanics.
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ACL MIDDLE POST-OPERATIVE STAGE - This stage of rehabilitation will be focused on restoring muscular strength in the affected leg and beginning plyometric exercises, such as jogging.
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ACL LATE POST-OPERATIVE STAGE - This stage of rehabilitation will be focused on preparing the patient to return to their sport/activity and will include continued strength training, jumping, sprinting, agility, and other plyometric exercises. During this stage the patient will be progressed through evidence-based testing to ensure they are ready to return to their sport/activity.
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THE ENTIRE REHABILITATION PROCESS GENERALLY TAKES 9+ MONTHS FOLLOWING ACL RECONSTRUCTION. NON-OPERATIVE MANAGEMENT TIMELINES MAY VARY.
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