Knee
ACL recovery is a process. We make it a precise one.
ACL injuries require structured rehabilitation that progresses from restoring movement and strength to running, jumping and changing direction. Objective testing helps us determine when you are ready for each 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 timelines, to guide you safely through each stage of recovery.
Sports Injury & Return to Sport
Injury-to-sport rehabilitation for recreational and competitive athletes. We assess your readiness to return and help you become stronger and 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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