ACL Reconstruction Rehabilitation

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Individualized, research-based recovery after ACL surgery, guided by objective testing and close

communication with your surgeon. From everyday life to the playing field, Empower Physical

Therapy helps you return safely and reduce your risk of reinjury.

A Program Built for You and Your Knee

No two ACL reconstructions are the same, and no two recoveries should be either. At Empower

Physical Therapy, we bring years of experience helping patients recover from anterior cruciate

ligament surgery.

We work directly with your surgeon to understand the exact graft and surgical technique used in

your knee. That information shapes an individualized, research-based program designed around

your body, your surgery and your goals.

Progress Guided by Data, Not Guesswork

ACL rehab is, and should be, extremely individualized. Instead of moving you forward on a

calendar or standard protocol alone, we use objective data and frequent testing to decide when

you're ready for the next phase of your personal protocol.

That means every step, from early motion and strength to running, jumping and cutting, is earned

with measurable results. You'll always know where you stand and what comes next.

Early phase Knee extension (flattening) your knee is extremely important and time sensitive

along with teaching your Quadriceps (thigh muscle) how to engage and communicate with your

brain.

Back to What You Love

Whatever you're aiming to get back to, Empower Physical Therapy has the tools and testing to

help you achieve the best ACL outcome possible:

• Everyday activities and getting back to work
• Running
• Lifting in the gym
• Skiing
• Recreational sports
• High school and college athletics
• Semi-professional and professional sports

The Tools Behind Your Recovery

Through continuing education and several years of direct orthopedic experience working with

ACL injuries; we bring advanced tools to every stage of your rehab:

• Blood flow restriction (BFR) therapy. Helps build strength in the early phases of recovery, when heavy loading isn't yet safe for your knee.
• Shockwave therapy. Used as needed to help manage pain and swelling.
• Objective strength testing. Measurable data that tracks your progress and guides each step of your protocol.
• The most recent protocol development. Your plan reflects current research, not outdated templates. We use this information combined with how your specific recovery is shaping up to determine when to progress and load your tissue appropriately.

Why Choose Empower

• Years of ACL experience helping patients recover from reconstruction surgery
• Communication with your surgeon on your graft and technique
• Individualized, research-based programs built around your goals
• Frequent objective testing so every progression is earned
• A complete plan designed to return you to all activities safely and reduce your chance of reinjury

Start Your ACL Recovery

Whether your surgery is coming up or already behind you, the sooner we start, the stronger your

recovery. Let' s build a plan that's safe, progressive and complete, so you can get back to

everything you love.

Call 207-241-4560 or Book Online to schedule your evaluation.