Navigating ACL Reconstruction Recovery

This chapter explores the complexities of rehabilitation following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, focusing on the differences between graft options, particularly hamstring and bone-tendon-bone grafts. It examines the recovery timeline, muscle activation challenges, and the importance of functional testing metrics for assessing readiness to return to sport. The discussion emphasizes individualized rehabilitation approaches and the need to reevaluate traditional timelines to lower re-injury risks.