Knee
ACL recovery is a process. We make it a precise one.
An ACL injury — whether partial tear or complete rupture — is a serious setback. But with the right phased rehabilitation, most athletes return to full sport. We guide you through every stage.
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Common symptoms
- —A 'pop' sound or sensation at the time of injury
- —Rapid swelling in the knee within hours of injury
- —Instability or giving way during pivoting or cutting movements
- —Difficulty fully extending the knee
- —Loss of confidence loading the leg
Common causes
- —Non-contact mechanism: sudden deceleration, pivoting, or landing
- —Contact mechanism: direct blow to the knee
- —Predisposing factors: hip and glute weakness, ankle stiffness, biomechanical patterns
How Stance approaches acl injury
We use VALD Force Decks to measure limb symmetry indices at each phase of rehab — progressing you based on data, not time. Our ACL protocol follows international best practice for phased return to sport, with explicit criteria at each gate.
Relevant services
Post-Surgery Rehabilitation
Structured, phased rehabilitation after orthopaedic surgery. We use objective criteria — not just the calendar — to progress you through each stage of recovery.
Sports Injury & Return to Sport
Injury-to-sport rehabilitation for recreational and competitive athletes. We don't just fix the injury — we test your readiness to return and make you more resilient than before.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need surgery for an ACL tear?
Not always. Partial tears and some complete tears in less active individuals can be managed non-surgically. We'll help you understand your options.
How long does ACL rehab take?
9–12 months is the typical return-to-sport timeline for surgically reconstructed ACL. The duration is driven by biology and objective readiness, not the calendar.
When can I start rehab?
Immediately — both before surgery (prehab) and after. Pre-surgical strength predicts post-surgical outcomes.
Ready to find the root cause?
Our clinical team uses objective testing to build a personalised plan around your specific needs.
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