ACL Reconstruction — (Skeletally Mature Athlete)

SAM Health · Jennifer Neudorfer PT DPT SCS ATC; Christopher McCrum MD

Weight-Bearing

Crutches initially; stable meniscus: NWB 0-2 wks, 50% WB 2-4 wks; unstable meniscus/cartilage: NWB 0-6 wks

Key Restrictions

Graft-specific milestones; NMES for quad; BFR Phase III+; dual-task training; no RTS <9-12 months

Timeline & Phases

Phase 1 (0-2 wks): WBAT/NWB, ROM, swelling; Phase 2 (2-6 wks): progressive WB, strength; Phase 3 (6-16 wks): strength, power, neuromuscular; Phase 4 (16-20 wks): sport-specific; Phase 5 (5+ mo): advanced sport; Phase 6 (7+ mo): RTS testing; 9-12 months minimum

Surgeon / Author

Jennifer Neudorfer PT DPT SCS ATC; Christopher McCrum MD

Published

2024-07