Resistance Strength Training in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rehabilitation

摘要

To maximize the results following an anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, strength straining of the involved extremity is essential. However, the postoperative rehabilitation protocol must be carefully planned and progress as motion is obtained and soft tissues mobilized. Initially the strengthening program should use isometrics and closed chain exercises. As the protocol progresses, submaximal and endurance exercises are added with proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation and functional closed chain techniques, followed by maximal resistance isometric and isokinetic exercises until full reconditioning is obtained.