ACL Tear/Reconstruction Rehab

ACL tears, common in soccer, basketball, disrupt knee stability. Symptoms: swelling, instability, pain. Post-reconstruction, stiffness persists. Untreated, risks further damage.

Home Exercise Protocol

Week 1-2:
Heel Slide (2 sets, 12 reps): Slide heel to bend knee gently.
Quad Set (2 sets, 12 reps): Tighten thigh, hold 5 sec.
NovaWell Hack: “Anchor Glide” (2 sets, 10 reps): Straighten knee 5° slowly.
Week 3-4:
Band Leg Press (2 sets, 12 reps): Push band forward.
Partial Squat (2 sets, 12 reps): Squat to 30°, hold chair.
NovaWell Hack: “ACL Pulse” (2 sets, 10 reps): Pulse knee 2 inches in extension.

Objective: Regain ROM, strengthen knee, restore stability

Equipment: Chair, resistance band