Comparative Effectiveness of Different Rehabilitation Protocols for ACL Reconstruction

Authors: Mohammed S. Aldakhil, Ahmed A. Alzahrani, Alhassan A. Alsharif, Thamer M. Alshammary

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: This study compares the effectiveness of two rehabilitation protocols, Traditional Rehabilitation Protocol (TRP) and Accelerated Rehabilitation Protocol (ARP), following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction in a sample of 100 patients. Patients were randomly assigned to either the TRP or ARP group post-surgery. Clinical outcomes, including knee stability, muscle strength, pain levels, and functional performance, were assessed at 12 weeks. Both protocols significantly improved knee stability and functional outcomes, with the ARP group showing trends towards superior gains in muscle strength and pain management. This study highlights the potential benefits of early mobilization and progressive loading in post-operative rehabilitation.

Keywords: ACL reconstruction, rehabilitation protocols, accelerated rehabilitation, knee stability, muscle strength, functional outcomes.

Paper Id: 230731

Published On: 2019-03-06

Published In: Volume 7, Issue 2, March-April 2019

Cite This: Comparative Effectiveness of Different Rehabilitation Protocols for ACL Reconstruction - Mohammed S. Aldakhil, Ahmed A. Alzahrani, Alhassan A. Alsharif, Thamer M. Alshammary - IJIRMPS Volume 7, Issue 2, March-April 2019.

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