Loyola's ACL Reconstruction Home Exercise Program

[@brunobros10]

Hi, Id like to thank you guys for the amazing work you've been doing, I used to do the home exercise program associated with my regular physiotherapy and after 5months and 3 weeks I was playing soccer again! My doctor also appreciated the program. Thanks a lot. big hug from Brazil.

[@LoyolaHealth]

Thanks a lot for the kind words, Bruno! I'm glad to hear you were so successful with the home exercise program. -Keisha

[@penguinkaiser]

Thanks for this video! I had a partial tear and was struggling to get better, but two months doing it have made me stronger than I thought I would get.

[@momar4843]

I love that weird music that's used to transition to the next thing lol....but all joking aside, Thank you for the exercise tips!!! ....

[@marshabner7731]

Very good!

[@paraakramsharma1658]

Hi, I was operated on Juno 23rd 2016 and today is Jan 6th 2017, roughly been 6.5 months since surgery. I've been doing the rehab exercises regularly except 2 or 3 phases of a week each during which I was busy with exams hence couldn't do the rehab exercises. I've moved on to jogging at 6km/hr for 4 minutes then at 8km/hr for 1 minute and then repeating the same, along with the other regular rehab stuff such as tb extensions, band bridges, lunges, medicine ball squats, calf raises, leg presses, thigh presses (sideways in&out), machine leg curls and extensions, foam roller exercises and a few more exercises. I now do them thrice a week. I was an avid tennis player and was going to start playing tournaments when unfortunately due to overtraining and dehydration while on my way back to home after a 4 hour intense training session, I fell down on the way missing a cab that was in front of me. I wasn't wearing a helmet too. Luckily for me, the head just received a scratch, whereas my right knee as well as the left shoulder to some extent suffered a full blow. I want to return as quickly as possible, the swelling is no more and during jogging as well as walking there is only slight discomfort, but apart from that there is no pain. My physio says that in about another 1-1.5 months I can go back to the courts. Hoping for the best, I am ready to give in everything to the rehab in order to get back to me pre-surgery levels of playing! I also aspire to be a professional tennis player but for that I must first be cleared both by my surgeon and my physio to give my 100% on the courts! I am already working out in the gym apart from my regular physio therapy. I do each set of muscles on different days, i.e., one at a time. They include chest, biceps, triceps, core, shoulders, back, forearms, core. That's my schedule! Usually everyday it takes up about 1 hours for the jogging as well as the physio exercises, 15 minutes for dynamic stretches and rotations, 1-1.5 hours for the muscle-related weights and exercises, and finally the cooldown phase which takes another 15-20 minutes and it involves static stretching of almost all of the body parts. Do you think that with all of this, I will be able to play as good as I used to play prior to my surgery? Also, my physio says that after a few weeks he will start off my sports drills such as jumping and cones!

[@LoyolaHealth]

Hi, Paraakram! Thanks for reaching out to us here at Loyola. It sounds like you've been very dedicated in your rehabilitation activities. Unfortunately, our doctors can't comment on patients' individual cases without seeing them in person, so it would difficult to give you an accurate prognosis for your future playing ability. The best judges of your ongoing progress would be the medical professionals with whom you're working. Good luck in your recovery! -Keisha

[@paraakramsharma1658]

Yeah I sure hope the amount of effort i put in pays off in the long run, which I'm sure it will! That's okay, I will consult the medical professionals with whom I'm working with as to whether I will be able to play as good as I used to before, and thank you for the reply! :)

[@lealembrihanu774]

thanks for sharing this.....but when I try to squat I feel pain is that expected??

[@LoyolaHealth]

Thanks for checking out our videos, Lealem! Unfortunately, our doctors can't comment on specific cases via social media, so I would encourage you to check with your regular provider for guidance on your particular experience. Good luck! -Keisha

[@rachidzaiouit2487]

Hi sir I'm in the third week now from my surgery of ACL .i would like to know when can I do this exercise please.thanks a lot

[@mrinmoyroy3446]

Thank you so much

[@josephhoward8765]

thanks

[@ishwantsingh5291]

hi , i am 3weeks post op now had an acl Reconstruction i am not able to jump with affected leg

[@shashingdianon463]

I have complete tear of acl 2mos ago (no surgery done) and i still feel pain..stiffness...poor flex in my L. knee???..what should i do???pls help...

[@_VISHNUPavan]

Iam suffering from Acl injury I consult a ortho theosophy doctor he said go and get MRI scan..... I took MRI scan and and again consult doctor he says Acl was broken little bit and do physiotherapy exercises u will be able to back..... But 1 St month I done basic exercises And second month started much more focusing knee balenced ...... How much time to take it will taken? Now iam not able to sitting down....... What is the reason

[@shahmirkayani6965]

How many times a day?

[@LoyolaHealth]

Hi Shahmir, it depends on a variety of factors. Speak with your doctor for specific recommendations that best suit you. - Kevin

[@shahmirkayani6965]

It takes too much time, like 2.5 hours or more, excluding the walking. (my given exercises)

[@chrisbiker4702]

My daughter is 16 and had acl surgery and meniscus repair 6 months ago. She has 97% extension. The doctor is saying keep working with pt and it will get there. I am worried. Is this something normal?

[@Nectarisa]

Is this supposed to be after surgery or before??

[@newmatches]

After

[@matteoquirke1891]

Are these exercises to be performed at different stages of your recovery? I’m currently 7 weeks in but wasn’t sure if some of these exercises are required after that time?

[@Cheemapets]

So good 😍

[@rajuburnwal4691]

As I know, stair-Good leg up Bad/Surgical leg down 1st

[@mostafael-nabarawy9022]

when can i start doing this program? after the surgery mean, thanks.

[@LoyolaHealth]

Hello, Mostafa! Thank you very much for watching our videos. It would be best to get that instruction from your physician as every patient's needs and progress are different. -Keisha

[@GSTKIDUNIYA]

Thanks SIR

[@saadsalim9500]

Hello! I underwent a mpfl reconstruction surgery. It's been 4 months now. Can I start doing these exercises? Does acl and mpfl has same rehab protocol?

[@LoyolaHealth]

Hi Saad, I'd recommend checking with your doctor or surgeon regarding this.

[@cateringforpanandchats4724]

Acl tear operated ( 12 /06/2018) right knee exices explain me plz Still my leg not support to me and walking time tick tick.... Like that sound and shivring is came how to reduce that sound and shivring

[@LoyolaHealth]

Thank you for writing to us, Gowtham. Unfortunately, we can't advise patients on their specific cases via social media. However, if you would like to make an appointment, you can do so by calling 708-216-4263, and one of our physicians can assess your particular case to give the best recommendation. Good luck! -Keisha

[@rehnuma741]

App physiotherapy karo daily,doctor dekhiyao jinhone apnki surgery kiya or physiotherapy lo

[@DeathStriker187]

Hi! Im 14 and Had the operation just Yesterday. Im in extreme Pain (even with the pain killers)and it hurts even while lying completly still. Is their any way to reduce pain other then painkillers? Thank you so much😊 Edit: I also Tore my miniscus too, but it was repaired, Will that make recovery a lot harder?

[@LoyolaHealth]

Hello! I'm so sorry to hear about your post-surgery pain. Unfortunately, our doctors aren't really permitted to speak on specific cases via social media, but I would advise you have your parent/guardian contact your own doctor to find out the best solution for you during your recovery. Good luck, and we wish you a speedy return to health. -Keisha

[@DeathStriker187]

@@LoyolaHealth Oh okay, That makes sense, Thank you for Reaching out and tell me though! Have a fantasic day!

[@praveen1349]

Hi, I was injured on 21st July 2018...in mri it shown I have garde2 acl tear,and grade1 mucoid change, my doctor take medicine for a month and do physiotherapy...from a week I am jogging for 15min....but problem is I am feeling pain in patella tendon....can u give me ur mail that I can send u my reports pls...

[@ravitejauribindi4868]

bro from past 3weeks i have been taking bed rest and 3 physiotherapy execerises and with a medicines suggested by the doctor.and with in 15days i have to go for police events selections.plzz bro share your experience it helps me a lot.

[@sumanth6000]

Hiiii I'm 9 months post op ACL surgery, I feel popping up sound or cracking sound in my knee while squatting and walking and no pain, is this normal pls reply, tnx in advance

[@LoyolaHealth]

Hi, Sumanth! Thank you for checking our our videos. Unfortunately, our doctors aren't allowed to comment on viewers' specific cases on social media. But if you're in the Chicago area (or will be sometime in the future), we have great specialists who can assess your case to determine if everything is ok. You can request an appointment with one of our specialists either online at www.loyolamedicine.org/appointment or by phone at 888-584-7888. Good luck! -Keisha

[@ramantiwari1559]

I was operated 3 week ago...n i am finding difficult to stand on my operated leg....my operated leg is still swswollen.what should i do.plzz help.

[@LoyolaHealth]

+raman tiwari Hi, Raman. Thanks for reaching out to us. I'm sorry to hear about the pain you're experiencing. Please contact the office of the doctor who performed your surgery for advice on what to do. If your surgery was performed at Loyola, you can also contact our Patient Relations department for further assistance; their number is 708-216-5140. But if you feel your situation is an emergency, you may want to go to the emergency room. Good luck to you! -Keisha

[@yadavynk]

Thanks