Return to sports after ACL reconstruction: Part 2

Wouter Welling

Blog 2 written by Wouter Welling. 

Return to sports after ACL reconstruction: part 2.

Muscle strength after VKB reconstructionTo return to sport successfully and as safely as possible after a VKB reconstruction, sufficient muscle strength is very important. The most important muscle groups for good knee function are the quadriceps and hamstrings. When there is reduced quadriceps strength, you are more likely to suffer another VKB injury. Also, with reduced quadriceps strength, you are more likely to get knee osteoarthritis later in life. For a successful return to
Want to read this full article?
Are you a physical therapist, an athletic trainer, a mental performance coach or a doctor and do you want to increase your visibility for ACL patients and professionals?