04/03/2026
After an ACL injury and before returning to your sport, you should be able to demonstrate:
🦵 Strength Symmetry - Your injured leg should be at least 90% as strong as the uninjured leg, especially in the quads & hamstrings.
💥 Dynamic Stability and Control - Single-leg stability is everything! Your knee must be strong and stable for static balance and hopping movements.
🤸 Agility and Sport-Specific Movement - Performing cutting, pivoting, acceleration, and deceleration actions without compensation is important. You should be able to mimic the movements of your sport without pain and risk of reinjury.
✨ Confidence and Mental Readiness - Your PT program should help to provide confidence in your ability so that you know your limitations as you return.
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